[jnichols07]

I am new to all things mechanical and purchased a very used, but currently running 1872. After I got it home, it did not want to start. (It went Wah Wump Wah Wump etc. I kept at it, eventually the battery died and it just clicked) I fixed it with a new battery and new battery cable to the solenoid.

A few weeks later, same problem. Checked the wires - everything is still snug. Lights still work. Checked the battery volts and got 6.2. Hooked up a tender for 3 days. Checked volts again - 12.9 - but Still won't start. Solenoid audibly clicks, but the engine just goes wah wump, might sputter once, and then the pace slows.

Someone mentioned it might be grounding out, but I have no idea how to check for that.

Where do I start with troubleshooting this thing. I have zero skills, but want to learn.

- James
Woodbine, Maryland