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Generator problem

  • 29-01-2015 7:52pm
    #1
    Bluealligator
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 36 ✭


    Hi, I am hoping that someone might be able to advise me here. I have a Wolf Power generator which is a pretty good unit but the pull starter is now screwed. It does not engage and so I cant start the thing. Has anyone any idea where I can get a new pull start unit without spending a fortune to get it. Cheers all.


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  • #2
    CJhaughey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,679 ✭✭✭✭CJhaughey


    Bluealligator wrote: »
    Hi, I am hoping that someone might be able to advise me here. I have a Wolf Power generator which is a pretty good unit but the pull starter is now screwed. It does not engage and so I cant start the thing. Has anyone any idea where I can get a new pull start unit without spending a fortune to get it. Cheers all.
    Whats wrong with the pullstart? They are usually repairable if you strip and clean and relubricate them.


  • #3
    Bluealligator
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 36 ✭Bluealligator


    It seems that the nylon rachet parts seem to have stripped CJ so it doesn't connect with the shaft.


  • #4
    CJhaughey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,679 ✭✭✭✭CJhaughey


    Can you post some pics? There were a number of generators branded Wolfcraft and they are not the same.


  • #5
    Desolation Of Smug
    Closed Accounts Posts: 760 ✭✭✭Desolation Of Smug


    Bluealligator wrote: »
    It seems that the nylon rachet parts seem to have stripped CJ so it doesn't connect with the shaft.

    Remove the pullstart cover and all its bits and wrap some strong cord around the shaft - pull, and away you go. The Farmers pull-start. :D


  • #6
    Bluealligator
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 36 ✭Bluealligator


    Yes certainly, its a Wolf Power WP3500LR Generator.
    I like the idea of the power cord on the shaft but its a smooth shaft so would still need to get some sort of pulley on it to be able to wind on.


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  • #7
    CJ Haughey
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 449 ✭✭CJ Haughey


    Cordless drill with 19mm socket, that will start her.


  • #8
    Bluealligator
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 36 ✭Bluealligator


    Not sure that will work but need to strip it off again to see. Will look at alternative methods though. Just wondered if there were any suggestions who may hold spares since the company went bust. Cheers though.


  • #9
    Nekarsulm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,297 ✭✭✭✭Nekarsulm


    Go to local scrap metal yard, if you have one close. Very often you will find small motor s dumped in there. Bring your own pull start and a screwdriver to check if anything fits. There's always ebay.co.uk as well.


  • #10
    gctest50
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,597 ✭✭✭gctest50


    http://generatorguru.com/recoil-starter-assembly-61299460


  • #11
    Bluealligator
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 36 ✭Bluealligator


    Thanks for that tip not many scrappys around here so might struggle a bit but never thought of it though. That website seems to be spot on GCtest, will look at that as well,cheers.
    Lots to work from here so will let you know if I get it sorted guys but appreciate all the help.


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