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Re: [GMCnet] I give up. (Onan) [message #187964 is a reply to message #187916] Mon, 22 October 2012 10:22 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
jhbridges is currently offline  jhbridges   United States
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A 50 amp supply won't make it.  My little set pins a 60 amp ammeter.
 
--johnny
76 23' transmode norris
'76 palm beach

From: Ken Burton <n9cv@comcast.net>
To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
Sent: Sunday, October 21, 2012 11:29 PM
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] I give up. (Onan)



Robin,

Your immediate problem is that the Onan electric fuel pump is not pumping. 

Disconnect the electrical connection to the pump.  Connect the pump directly to a 12 volt source capable of at least 5 or 6 amps.  It should start clicking and continue doing so until it builds up pressure.  If it does not do this, remove the pump (2 lines and 2 mounting bolts) and work on it stand alone on the work bench.  As Ken H. stated, it probably is stuck on the contacts inside of it are not making connection.  You can fix it.

On your low voltage when cranking.  You stated that you have a 50 amp power supply.  I think that the starter draws more that 50 amps exceeding the capacity of your supply so the voltage is dropping when cranking.  I would wait to work on this until after you get the electric fuel pump working.

If you want some help on Skype  call me.  I'm n9cv-11 on skype.  My home phone number is listed on the black list. 
--
Ken Burton - N9KB
76 Palm Beach
Hebron, Indiana
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