ogtwizsfv
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so Ive been having problems with my generator not starting. - Onan microlite/microquiet 4000, KY spec B, on my 95 Southwind Storm - when engaging the starter there is a horrendous grinding/clanking noise coming somewhere back near the flywheel / starter. i can turn the flywheel by hand (clockwise) somewhat but doesn't sound as it should. so knowing i just need to take the big bastard out so i can look inside and determine what exactly the malfunction is - except despite the many videos / forum posts detailing genset removals / starter replacements i cannot find any matching my specific setup so i am reaching out hopefully someone can clarify a few things I'm not 100% certain on...
i attached some pictures , but i recall seeing somewhere someone saying the easiest way to disconnect the ground wire / positive cable box setup before being able to pull out the unit. i understand the exhaust must be removed, along with the fuel lines, and 4 bolts underneath holding it onto the frame - which frees it up to be slid out the front, which i have rigged a shopping cart with the basket removed and some pieces of wood that rolls under the genny and can be used to set the unit on once removed.
i attached some pictures , but i recall seeing somewhere someone saying the easiest way to disconnect the ground wire / positive cable box setup before being able to pull out the unit. i understand the exhaust must be removed, along with the fuel lines, and 4 bolts underneath holding it onto the frame - which frees it up to be slid out the front, which i have rigged a shopping cart with the basket removed and some pieces of wood that rolls under the genny and can be used to set the unit on once removed.