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Hi guys. I know most are of the opinion to just keep the 24v system instead of converting. I just got my 1009 home and I may need to do a significant amount of rewiring regardless of 12v conversion or keeping it 24v. I'm also 99% sure I will need to rebuild the starter or get a new one...
Sorry, I know this topic has been discussed many times but the threads I found are old. I'm looking to buy a local m1009 and I have reason to believe the new starter on it is junk and is causing the relays to pop. I'm guessing that must be a solenoid issue. Anyway, I'd love to find a shop...
Will do, thanks! I missed the topic about testing starters. I have a couple of multi-meters floating around.
Sounds like this is one of those take everything off, test everything, rewire anything that doesn't look right kinda projects.
EDIT: OK, not sure why I wasn't thinking about...
A couple of follow-up questions
Are those Chinese relays SO bad that they fry the first time? (Hey, sorry. I'm being honest, not trying to be a wisea%#.)
Is the previously new starter likely already shot after running for 5 seconds?
Why would it short with the key OFF?
Thanks for any...
Hi guys. Thanks to everyone who maintains this site. I've been lurking for a few days reading the FAQs and various topics. I was hoping to be an m1009 owner this week, but it appears I will not be unfortunately. I'd like to relay my experience in case there's something I am overlooking.
I...
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