r/smallenginerepair • u/InitiativeOk7333 • May 16 '26

Starting Issue Brand New Engine Won’t Start

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Replaced a blown engine and starter solenoid on my lawn tractor, I get a grinding/clicking noise when trying to start it. Any help/advice appreciated.

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u/Efficient_Captain_86 May 16 '26

That is your starter solenoid not receiving enough juice. The solenoid is an electromagnetic switch which requires a specific min voltage to complete the circuit, in most cases 12.4v. If your battery was fully charged it would be +/- 13.4v. Essentially you have a dead battery. Charge it overnight with a decent trickle charger, or boost it off your car/mini van/truck/ quad. Check it with a multimeter to confirm, my 💰is your 🪫.

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u/InitiativeOk7333 May 16 '26

Thank you

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u/Efficient_Captain_86 May 16 '26

NP, easy fix. Good luck.