Hi! Karl
It sounds like a starter solenoid not passing current to the starter.
Automotive /agricultural solenoids could be parted out and the contact
washer rotated to remake contact.
Otherwise probably the ground circuit to the engine is inadequate or even
not passing electricity.
Certainly not the sprag clutch the other end of the engine !
Assuming you have taken Kingsley's advice.?
Regards
Bob Harrison G-PTAG
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[mailto:owner-europa-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Kingsley Hurst
Sent: 03 November 2010 08:27
Subject: Re: Europa-List: Engine not turning over
Karl,
Sounds like you might have a flat or faulty battery to me. Have you tested
the battery under load?
Regards
Kingsley in Oz
----- Original Message -----
From: Karl Heindl <mailto:kheindl@msn.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2010 10:40 AM
Subject: Europa-List: Engine not turning over
Hi,
I found myself stranded with an engine that would not start. There was only
a click from the relay, but no movement up front. I got the aircraft home on
my trailer, it was to be my last flight this season anyway.
I assume it is a broken sprag clutch. Has anyone got experience in that area
? My question is: does it require removal of the engine ?
I removed the starter motor and it checks out okay. Hand turning the prop is
also no problem.
Appreciate any advice.
Karl
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