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11-21-2006, 16:04

Jim here in MT with my new 8135FCRB. I don't have any answers, I'm
having a very similar gen problem, except I think I might have a switch
stuck in the run position. Even with the gen battery disconnected, when
I have the key to the on position, the gen starter is cranking. Finally
had to get the gen out with the compressor so that I could disconnect
the power to the starter. At least I can start the bird now and get air
to slide the gen out. Any of your solutions may help me, thanks in
advance. Jim

11-21-2006, 16:31

Jim,
I worked on a piece of equipment just a few weeks ago that had this same
problem. Turned out the starter soleniod had stuck in the start position. I am
guessing this could be your issue and it is getting power from the coach battery
charging system when you start the coach. I'd remove the starter and have it
checked out, or at least disconnect it and see if the solenoid engagement
terminal should be the small wire, not the heavy battery lead) is hot when you
start the Cat, if not, the solenoid is stuck. Good Luck, Doug

cortezfenn wrote:
Jim here in MT with my new 8135FCRB. I don't have any answers, I'm
having a very similar gen problem, except I think I might have a switch
stuck in the run position. Even with the gen battery disconnected, when
I have the key to the on position, the gen starter is cranking. Finally
had to get the gen out with the compressor so that I could disconnect
the power to the starter. At least I can start the bird now and get air
to slide the gen out. Any of your solutions may help me, thanks in
advance. Jim

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11-21-2006, 21:15

Jim- where are you located in Montana?

Ernie Ekberg
83 PT40
Livingston, Montana

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11-21-2006, 22:10

Sounds like a great place. Kent and Leann Johnson, have a place close to you,
I think. Thanks for the invite.

Ernie Ekberg--with Brenda this week
83 PT40
Livingston, Montana

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11-22-2006, 02:35

Ernie, I am in Bigfork. One of my few travels that far east was years
ago on my way to Billings in our Southwind motorhome when I lost
headlights and other electrical problems. Pulled into town to spend the
night and just got to sleep when I heard a train coming and thought it
was coming through the motorhome and realized I was parked about 20'
from the tracks! Have two 50A hookups right on the Swan river, the
welcome mat is out!