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Post by knotamechanic on Jan 7, 2017 2:33:10 GMT -6
Thanks to all for your replies and suggestions.
Turned out that a major ground wire had broken off and the main positive wire going to the starter had FRIED .... literally ...... was completely burned into and all insulation melted off! WOW!
This trike was purchased through SAFERWHOLESALE ..... and I'll NEVER deal with them again! I have filed a claim for new parts (wiring harness, starter ring, starter, solenoid, spark plug) from the manf. and am waiting on their response. At best it will take about two weeks to get the parts dropped shipped and then more time to have them installed.
My recommendation: STAY AWAY FROM CHINESE PRODUCTS if you you can possibly help it.
Jim
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Post by knotamechanic on Jan 4, 2017 5:52:52 GMT -6
OK .... thanks. Will try those suggestions. I've had the battery on a trickle charger overnight.
Will let you know what happens.
Thanks!
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Post by knotamechanic on Jan 3, 2017 12:34:49 GMT -6
I recently bought an IceBear PST150-17 trike. 150cc. Have only used 93 octane gas. It has been starting and running great until about 4 days ago. Became VERY sluggish to start. I only tried turning it over for 5-10 seconds at a time. Finally, it would turn over and crank up. After a decent warmup would run fine.
Yesterday, it just would not start and finally gave up the ghost. Now, it only gives a single loud "click" when trying to start it up. Battery voltage reads 12.2
I am good with my hands but have no engine knowledge or experience.
Online research seems to indicate either a bad starter or solenoid. Does anyone have a clue? What should I do next?
KnotaMechanic
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