Sportsman Dual Fuel Inverter Generator Will NOT Start

[@kensam684]

ONE THING ABOUT JAMES HE DOES NOT GIVE UP .

[@howardnielsen6220]

That thing would have been in the dumpster if it was me

[@deborahlynch3139]

@@howardnielsen6220 Yes, about 1 hour into it! Congrats on getting it going and your succinct explanations of each of the issues. Tons of knowledge!

[@brianallen9810]

I would have probably refused to work on it just because the previous owner said he "lapped the valves". The only thing worse is when it's brought to you in a basket.

[@hamop78]

That was a struggle. But you won the battle. Congratulations!!!

[@KaldekBoch]

No matter how stressed I am, I know a vid from James will calm me right down.

[@helicart]

LOL. same. so glad to see this vid just show up. I use these vids to help me relax before bed time.

[@TwoWheeledPotato]

100% i get the same with rainman rays repairs as well. i said it's mindful wrenching

[@YukonHawk1]

He's great. Very calm manner.

[@MrMultitool]

Me Too! It's good therapy.

[@MiniLuv-1984]

Valium James huh?

[@General-Eclectic]

Wow. This one had it all! It has definitely earned a place near the center of the speakers' table at the Condon Hall of Fame annual dinner.

[@MrZZeroG]

It was a full movie plot: Exposition: The introduction of the characters, setting, and conflict Rising action: The characters grow and change in response to the conflict Climax: The conflict escalates to its peak Falling action: The story moves toward resolution Resolution: The conflict is resolved and the story ends One of the best videos he’s done to date.

[@johncourtneidge]

@@MrZZeroG yes!

[@heyitsjay22]

Perfect engine learning video. So nice to see what happens when ignoring the phrase “You could but I wouldn’t recommend it”. You overcame so many obstacles. Truly the journey was the value. You touched every bit of that machine. Thank you for an amazing demonstration of what is possible.

[@paulh6096]

Absolutely favorite KZbin channel! 1) your calm voice and approach 2) thoroughness and tenacity 3) intelligence and ability 4) how you teach as you fix Thank you for an awesome video!

[@johnwaller2333]

What amazes me is that the generator sat for a long time disassemble and you still remember how it all went back together.

[@famjsnoek]

He has the video.

[@MrJmattr3]

My favorite KZbinr! I’d watch him restore a wheel barrow!

[@KP50-oj6ce]

and I went one step further by adding a second wheel from harbor freight and an axle to mine, now it does no longer tip over

[@mikenonameneeded3485]

Same

[@davidblake6889]

Your patience and resilience never cease to amaze me. When you broke the aluminium starter cup trying to take the engine apart made me think that was it, end of video. But no, not James. Instead you just got the right part to fix it and got it working like new, despite all the setbacks. Thanks, James. I really look forward to your videos. They make my week.

[@jcondon1]

The broken one probably would have worked fine, but luckily there was a used OEM Yamaha one on eBay

[@lestergillis8171]

It may smoke until​ the rings seat.@@jcondon1

[@m-kirkp1]

@@lestergillis8171It likely had oil and carbon in the exhaust from running with the stuck piston rings before it finally failed.

[@MikeGervasi]

Wow. This one had everything. What a battle. Really great work, Jim.

[@davidgilpin5200]

An EPIC struggle between man and machine! Will James successfully save an inverter generator from the parts bin? Drama, mystery, and intrigue awaits... Better than most movies these days, GREAT JOB James!

[@philoso377]

This is more than a regular presentation. This is like a full training course in engine repair.

[@billhenry7833]

This is a basic engine rebuild. You crack me up.

[@billhenry7833]

This is a basic engine rebuild. You guys crack me up.

[@ts6627]

Nobody except James fights for such a long time with a small generator and win . My respect.

[@davewolf8869]

How cool. I had a Sportsman 1000 that changed my life with how efficient it was. I am presently working on a Yamaha EF2000IS that was given to me, because it has low compression, due to the user using it without an air cleaner. (Turns out rings are stuck. Valves and bore actually look fine! Even the piston looks clean) I used to consider myself an small engine expert, but i found myself, when tearing down the Yamaha, comparing everything I did, "Would James Condon do it this way? Would he be in such a hurry? Would he, etc, etc..." LOL. So, to see this drop today, as I have been ill, is like a little light in my day

[@Deveak]

I have one of those. It’s fuel efficient but there are models that are larger that use even less fuel per hour and it’s larger. Check generator bible. Great for the price though, I got it shipped from tractor supply for 180 bucks. Ran an inverter window AC all summer. Very handy for charging dead batteries while I’m out in the field or small loads like fans or computers. 100% run it out of gas, the fuel shut off leaks through.

[@davewolf8869]

What a wild ride this video was! Like a 2 part movie almost, but the climax is a while in, then keeps going. Ha! James, I wanted to say that, some of those ignition components looked like a GY6 style, i wonder, if you had total ignition failure, if you could use a GY6 series pickup, CDI, and coil as a standalone? They make 2 types of CDI for the GY6, one that needs a battery and one that doesn't, obviously you would want one that doesn't, or you would need to keep a small 12v battery in there, which may not be feasible- but even so, you could use the 12V output to keep it up.

[@davewolf8869]

@@Deveak You know what tripped me out, was looking at the run times of the Sportsman vs Yamaha, the Yamaha is rated at almost twice the output yet uses less fuel... I built a live-in camper van, and I parked it for a weekend, a weekend turned into almost a year because I loved it so much, but the issue was power out there, under a tree n the back 40, I was using a "regular" generator and having to fill it often, when I got the Sportsman, it ended up using just a fraction of the fuel, which made me fall in love with inverter generators. When I got the Yamaha I was super happy, and it is going into another van I am building, except it is going in a metal compartment, without the "skin" as James called it, with the exhaust run outside, CM monitor, and more noise insulation. It is only a backup genny. I am primarily running on solar on this van build, 1,600 watts, plus an alternator tie in, so the batteries are always up.

[@Deveak]

@ I really like the ones in the 1600-2000 watt range. Large enough to run a 15 amp circuit to full power and run a decent amount of motors and still thrifty on fuel and easy to lug

[@richielittlewood867]

James , you are a persistent bear . You don't give up You troubleshoot brilliantly 👏 Hars off to you, sir 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@FirstWizardZorander]

Wow, what an adventure! We got top-end issues, an epic "remove the flywheel" quest, the coil mystery, and of course carb issues. And who could forget our friend, the rusted tank? As always, you tackled everything with your typical big picture analytical approach. This has become one of my favourite videos from you. Great job!

[@ecc1944]

I like reading the comments to see how other viewers opinions are! Like myself your fans are so impressed with your work.

[@ralph5338]

On the bright side James, you now have a good selection of pullers. Great video. 😁

[@CraigWindmueller]

Just spent the last two days replacing the recoil rope on a Westinghouse I Gen2200 generator. Had other problems that developed so put the generator together and took it apart three times! Then when I finally got it running and done I went in for dinner and tuned to Utube to see the latest Jame Condon presents. Holy Cow! He’s working on my generator!!! Serendipity. Another great video. I always learn something new from James so now know what to look out for. Thank you James. I have six generators in my garage to tinker with. It’s a great hobby and I have helped quite a number of people in need of a generator. Craig

[@ericduckman3135]

"it's amazing how the right tool makes a job so much easier" Words to live by, my friend. 😃

[@billl3936]

Thanks for spending the time to repair this generator. I’m not sure any repair shop would have spent the time to fix it.

[@NETWizzJbirk]

It would have been dreamed unrepairable for sure. Even if they thought it was just the block, that would be a $500 quote probably where k doubt this thing new was much more than that,

[@stephenbridges2791]

It is good that you got it running. But, the original owner was sold a bill of goods. Unless it was damn near given to him. It is highly unlikely that the average backyard mechanic could have solved the multitude of problems. Very few would have thought of reversing those two wires. I might have said it before, but; you have an extremely high level of patience. Another nice job.

[@AXNJXN1]

Talk about going down the rabbit hole.... 6X over! WOw. Impressed is hardly an accurate word. Great job James!

[@polishsharpshooter2876]

Jesus, I would have trashed that thing way earlier. You’re a persistent man

[@KnowledgeSpongePNW]

I always enjoy your videos James, but this one was really exceptional. I would have never believed that generator troubleshooting could create this much drama and engagement. Legitimately, I've watched more than one movie/TV show recently that didn't create as much tension and interest as this video. After the first couple of setbacks each subsequent test and new twist had me holding my breath waiting for the outcome. You really do an exceptional job with the presentation.

[@richcarter9476]

Wow, that is a test of patience right there! Great job once again. I would of given up long ago but this turned out to be a great learning experience.

[@lot27a]

There are so many points in this video I thought for sure would be the end all, but once again, perserverance, patience, and knowledge win the day. Top ten James.

[@richardwalters1803]

Wonderful finding a new video of yours. This really makes me think an open frame inverter generator will be the way to go. Its really a tight squeeze in these boxed mini generators. Great work, an enjoyable video

[@rgs4x]

Your perseverance on this machine was amazing.

[@idontneedaname85]

Any kid out there want to start a side or main hustle? Watch this channel get some tool, and get to work! This is a great wealth of knowledge!!!!

[@jimdavis6833]

I especially want to thank yyou for refraining from playing background music. We can all deal with silence, but we don't all like the same music, besides most of those who do play it play the most motonous crap they can find, and usually too loud.

[@elviraraff6809]

@@jimdavis6833 Just hit mute and cc to solve that problem.

[@StevenEverett7]

You outdid yourself on this one James. Over 2.5-hour long video!

[@Tom-In-Ga]

Hi, James! Well now you've done it. A 2.5 hour video that I could not pull myself away from. Boy is my wife pissed! I started watching with my morning coffee and now it's late morning. I was supposed to finish painting the sunroom. You'd think after 51 years of marriage she'd know better but nooooo. Actually you'd think I would know better. Oh well. I gotta say that's the first time I seen a complete disassembly of one of those small inverter/generators. Pretty amazing how they manage to cram everything in there. My little Westinghouse iGen2200 has a plastic gas tank. Everything is about the same as that Sportsman so you might be able to get away with that replacement you found. Anyway, loved the video as usual. Thanks!

[@coreybabcock2023]

😂

[@philliphall5198]

I’m married for 54 years and they never change the demands lololo

[@petesmith3923]

James' long videos have a lot of content and are worth watching. His voice is so easy to understand, I can watch at 2X speed!

[@Kenny-rn2xc]

Nothing like a challenge to make life interesting. I was thinking that this one would never run. Thanks for your time and expertise. Great job.

[@mikenonameneeded3485]

James, I believe what you are trying to tell us is that working on generators and KZbin funds your tool addiction! I’m with you!!!!!

[@deere3321]

This one is better than new. Your patience and persistence always amazes me. Nice job!

[@reubenjohnson3865]

So much engineering in those suitcase units. Amazing!

[@coaterdave]

That was a LOT of work! Always good to see a not working gen brought back to life.

[@williambennon9607]

I have 2 of these generators which don’t have the propane option. They both run great. I will keep this video in my archive in case I ever have to tear into them. I’m really glad to see you work on these suitcase generators. They are very popular, but a pain to work on. As always, thanks for your great videos.

[@Jim-ie6uf]

Probably the best video you’ve ever done. I wouldn’t have done it but it made an award worthy video 😀

[@jaygee999]

James, I pray we would have people in government with your ferocity and diligence to correct problems -- I'm dreaming, I know 😞😞😞

[@neilmorten6416]

James Condon for President, with mustie1 as his running mate!

[@jaygee999]

@@neilmorten6416 They would make an "Electrifying Combo". (sorry for that one)

[@3kids2cats1dog]

300 MINUTES! That is a deep dive.

[@IanFarquharson2]

This one was a marathon, but you did get over the line.

[@SimpleLife1971]

"Order online, you'll love it" Like you James, I find online and quality of products today are horrible and I've spent, wasted, more gas, time and money returning them than I saved in the first place. As I've said in the past; another great and informative video! Thank you James!

[@Bradleyscience]

Wow James, that was quite the enigma, your tenacity in the project is what really solved the issue! Very nicely done. Cheers

[@woody95124]

A very meticulous man/ mechanic..Such a calm person...Very good work James...

[@whathasxgottodowithit3919.]

I enjoyed that one, working on small engines can be very enjoyable, and some times it can bring a lot of challenges, glad you stuck with it as always.

[@kylepaluzzi4176]

Thanks for hanging in there just like I am once I know I'am to deep I will not give up even if its not cost effective or its of vintage quality!

[@adamspivey]

Genuinely one of my favorite channels! High quality content, clear/concise information, and a good relaxing environment. I'm proud to be a subscriber.

[@brianwood5220]

What a monumental task, James. But as usual, you took it in your stride. I can't help but admire you. Oh, and by the way. This was better than watching a movie on TV, I watched it in one sitting. Fabulous. Thanks for making and sharing this.

[@dankoopman4616]

You are the most patient man I have ever seen. I would have taken a sledgehammer to that piece of crap a long time ago but you made it work

[@johnclyne6350]

It took me three days to watch this rebuild but it was well worth the wait! You must have an amazing wife who can run the rest of the house & let you indulge in your hobby of small engine repair. I noticed the boo boo bandaid half way through the video. No explanation? Probably not worth mentioning? Another great video! Looking forward to your next. Thanks for producing quality content!

[@josephsolin]

Your voice and approach to generator repair is so similar to another channel I view - Wristwatch Revival. Not sure if you are in fact one and the same, but I love your content! Keep up the great work. I’ve learned a ton!

[@helicart]

I watch and enjoy both....for the same reason.

[@josephsolin]

@@helicartIs it the same guy? They appear to go by different names.

[@mikenonameneeded3485]

I thought the same thing.

[@josephsolin]

@@mikenonameneeded3485 I’m at the point of comparing his hands between both videos. I’m nearly certain it’s the same guy. If not, then it’s the same narrator. Not trying to create a conspiracy. I’m just curious as I LOVE both channels. The content is wildly effective at relaxing me after a crazy day. Plus, I’m learning a ton. While I’ll never get into watch making, I now have enough confidence to attempt to repair my neighbors’s generator carburetor and my old riding mower carburetor (I’m converting it into a yard gorilla utility cart hauler).

[@josephsolin]

@@mikenonameneeded3485 Well maybe I’m wrong. I went ahead and googled enough to see the face behind the hands. They sound and act so similar. Weird.

[@bobwhite4671]

The patience this man has is unbelievable!

[@cuttheknot4781]

James never fails to entertain in the most educational manner. Also a lesson/teacher of patience and tenacity/"sticktuitiveness". Thank you, brother.

[@somerandomguy3868]

Your tenacity is nothing short of amazing, I'd have given up on this machine, inverters make clean power but it comes at a cost, complexity and little manufacturer support, great video

[@DavidBoggs-h2z]

Well done, James. I can see why someone less experienced would have given up on that one. Problems ran ramped.

[@garycotz563]

My FAVE video... as I have this same generator... and I have no fire on another so same process, I found my coil got smoked thanks to you I found that quickly... and this was a whirlwind of just about anything that can go wrong... glad you took the time to give us the grand tour of inverter gensets.

[@rhbofwcc]

I have watched almost every one of your videos since finding your channel a few years ago. I have watched you close up the machine then take it apart again so many times I admire your patience. Thank for the inspiration to go back to the two cycle leaf blower I am working on. I have the knowledge, just lack the patience. Thanks also for much of the knowledge.

[@af1250]

omgosh you are perfect mechanic engineer because I am motor mechanic and I don't give up ... Mann your the best in explaining thank you sooo much bless 🤩💯❣

[@robsteinhaur1103]

Hi James, This is your best video to date. Your diagnostic skills are unsurpassed. You approach every issue with confidence and confidence, you never seem to get flustered or upset. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Rob

[@jcondon1]

Thanks

[@ericvaughn1126]

Perfect day for a long format video for me, Jim! Out of state hunting and it's way too windy. So I've been passing the time in the stand with this video which was very helpful in that way AND educational too!

[@jameshedrick605]

I love working on small engines but never worked on any inverter generators before. You made it look easy

[@stephenreiner1523]

You just have this quintessential calm demeanor.

[@foxwood67]

I would have tossed that one. For sure you got 12-15 hours or more into that. More than it’s worth . Your determination amazes me

[@maggotspawn6882]

Utility power went out due to storms here last night, had power due to repairing my generator a few months back. Thanks James for the info I needed to repair it!

[@jeanbaptistevallee4500]

Two + hours of quality entertainment. Thanks!

[@trailrider0194]

I have always thought that having the right tools is half the job. They sure do make a difference!

[@lambodp]

I have this exact unit that I have only ever run on propane. It works great and I've never had any issues with it pulling 1500W. Always a pleasure watching your videos and seeing you work through difficult problems. I'm sure if mine ever started acting up, I could just reference this video and diagnose some basic items. Happy to see you save one more from the dump, even if it wasn't a profitable adventure.

[@barrybpl]

Well that was an adventure, and none of that short form nonsense coming in at over two and half hours, nice one.

[@philstreeter9703]

You have a lot of patience. I would have given up on this, but you didn't. Nice inverter once you killed the demons. Great video.

[@jimcisme1]

It's cursed! The inverter from hell! In all seriousness though, I really enjoy watching your videos. It's always a great feeling when you fix something yourself. Who would ever have thought that watching someone else could give you that same "job well done feeling". Great job as always!

[@benjamincresswell3713]

James, very well done. A very well done instructional video from beginning to end. I personally use a lot of older equipment, machines, lawn tractors, snow blowers, generators and even full size tractors and some old cars and trucks. One thing I have found is if you rebuild one part, another will fail. I always feel jipped when I don't get a huge distance out of something when I put new parts on it. So, IN MY OWN CASE I will do things to get it to run like: connect another device to spin the engine over 2,000 to 3,000 rpm until it starts and runs. Then I run it long enough to get it good and hot. Then cool it down and do it again. After several heat cycles things like valves begin to seal and piston rings come loose and begin to work correctly. I have even done that to car engines and pulled 10,000 Lbs 1,000 miles to see how well it's living back in service. The only thing I ever found that I couldn't fix is when the 3 part Oil Ring gets full of Rust. When that happens it cannot scrape the oil off correctly and leaves too much oil on the cylinder wall, which goes right on over the top and gets burned. I have an engine with rust filled oil rings and it used 1 qt of oil in 35 miles. It had great power, but oil fouled the sparkplugs and created misfires. I purchased those sparkplug extensions sometimes called "Anti Oil Foulers" and had 100% success with them. People have told me to change the motor oil and replace it with ATF instead of motor oil and put the engine into very light duty service and it will clean the oil rings out. I've not tried that yet, but I do have that engine and I want to try it out. OK, JIm, I'm not advocating anyone do what I do, just learn the lesson. But if you look at that rusty residue in the bottom of the old cylinder block, I can tell you it's rust that was on the piston rings and somebody ran it after it rusted. You can see where the rings sat in the bore and the rust deteriorated the aluminum wall. If you ran that engine thru several heat cycles it would have begun to loosen the stuck rings and begun to work, but it may consume too much oil for your liking. I live with that kind of imperfection all the time everyday. I had a GM 350/ 5.7 Liter Old's Diesel that had a blo6wby issue. It used a quart of oil every 2 tanks of Diesel. ( around 1,000 miles) I was able to reduce the oil consumption to 1 quart in 4,000 miles by putting HARLEY DAVIDISON 70 wt oil mixed 50/50 STP oil treatment in it for engine oil. It's obviously not a permanent fix, I could never have used it in the winter, but for one summer I drove that Cutlass 16,000 miles using it. ben/ michigan

[@mrderen1]

Time for me to buy more tools!!! Thanks James!!!!! 😃

[@AllenCavedo]

You have excellent diagnostic skills and insight. Not to mention infinite patience.

[@hoveycorbin5712]

Way to go on persistence James!! Nobody else would have put all the effort in on getting this generator running as you did. I was glad to see you drain the break in oil out of the engine as I did not see where you filled the crankcase up with oil. Only you with your vast array of diagnostic equipment would have discovered the coil problem after all the other testing you had done. I wonder if removing the small fuel filter caused the carburetor to overflow with a small amount of debris in the needle seat? Coating the inside of the tank would have made it a dual fuel machine, but if the new owner is aware of it being a propane only machine, no problem. Plastic is not the total answer to things, especially where heat is present. Good show, and it was very entertaining for the entire 2-1/2 hours. Keep up the good work.

[@davefinnegan868]

I enjoy watching a good mystery full of suspense with plenty of twists and turns and James delivered on this one. Good job James.

[@jwsystems]

Whoopiee, Thursday is Jamesday!!

[@landiahillfarm6590]

"Mr. Condon's Weekly Om" [as in OM chant]. It's yoga meditation for the gearhead mind. 🙏 Peace be with you.

[@briankemp5206]

Great troubleshoot, and repair video. Hat off for sticking with it.

[@jaybdvm]

James you deserve a PhD in generator repair. You even diagnosed an improperly wired coil.

[@swallowinn4410]

Hello James: Your Patience and perseverance were put to a Rigid test on this project. The result You Won Another one, not a piece of landfill just yet. One suggestion for your viewers regarding the freyed cable. When I have this issue I usually just heat a candle and carefully wind the cable back into shape. Then dip the last inch of cable into the melted wax. This usually works well. If cable is stiff enough it will not reshape well and wax not strong enough to hold I will mix up a little 5 minute epoxy and do the same with end of cable. You can easily sand the hardend epoxy back to cable dimension and it will hold & stop the end from fraying and being difficult to get through the connection point. As the saying goes Try it you will like it. Have a great day and keep on saving units from the landfill.looking forward to your next project.

[@tonym6326]

Not had one this tough in a while I think. Need one like this every now and then to keep you honest, lol.

[@Mariano.Bernacki]

Super cool series of complex/intertwined problems & educational diagnostics. Superb content and the filming and editing are on point as well.

[@notprovided2823]

SUCH a problem MACHINE! Yikes! But again, you've proven your mastery over the intransigent. The titles of Generator Master, Generator Guru, and even Generator Wizard are very appropriate, James. You've earned them several times over. Thank you for sharing this one with us. It was a compact bunch of complex problems, and it's kind of you to say it only cost $160 to bring back to great working condition. But that only assumes your expertise and hours of labor come at no charge. How many hours DID you put into servicing this unit? At local warranty shop work rates, I think a person would likely be ahead to buy a different generator. Unless like you, they love the challenge, have the space and the tools and experience, to make a disaster into a success, as you have here. Before Covid-19 I typically told my projects that I have more money than time to make the repairs. But after Covid, which gave me incentive to finally retire, I look at them with a different eye, thinking I've more time than money to chase after them and make them toe the line. Thank you for showing us how to make a silk purse out of this sow's ear!

[@alexboi32]

Looks like you got yourself a REAL Yamaha powered generator. That’s a lot of work and tooling to get it going, but I can understand since I too will go to great lengths to get to the finish line with the satisfaction of bringing something back to life haha. Great video and awesome job getting that “sportsmaha” functional again haha.

[@NETWizzJbirk]

Except the cover, crank shaft, head, valves, cam shaft, and connecting rod. It’s maybe half genuine Yamaha now

[@robertgad3269]

I have now watched to the end, and I hereby award you the ultimate accolade: you successfully did something I am willing to admit that I could not do. Do I have all of the tools you ended up needing? No, but that shortage is easily overcome with a trip to the tool store. Do I have all of the expertise you ultimately applied? Probably not. The probability that I would have ultimately tumbled to some form of polarity on the feed for the spark is low. But all of the foregoing is immaterial, as I would have abandoned the chase long before you did simply because I lack the patience you displayed. So, so far I’ve never encountered a generator (or other small engine) problem I couldn’t fix. Luck of the draw. But when I do, you will find me knocking at your door.

[@davidcoe5656]

I’ve watched all of your videos and have to admit sometimes im frustrated with your obsession with minute details, ie safety etc, but wow you know small engines! 1:02:38 You definitely know your craft and have my respect.:)

[@10forthebigguy753]

Thanks for convincing me I don’t want one of those little portables. Too hard for me to work on.

[@SBSATS]

Love watching you work on these machines. Always learning something new. Looking forward to more mower engine videos. I have a winter project coming up with oil blowing out of the muffler and gas in the oil. Will look at a possible overfill, gas pump, and head gasket. After that, I am lost.

[@paulsullivan6392]

This ranks at the top of you very impressive videos. Experience and knowledge, great diagnostic skills and tenacity. Very well done my friend.

[@jcondon1]

Thanks

[@hester781]

I have watched 2 1/2 hour long multimillion dollar movie productions that were not shot in this good of quality nor did they have many twists turns and suspense! Very well done James I probably would've seen how far I could throw that thing by about the halfway mark 😂👍🏻

[@philoso377]

Nice video and presentation. Page 56:45 gave me a hint to a tool set we used to remove drill Chuck off a tapered shaft, a drill Chuck puller. It is a set of two halves of U shape wafers with taper down at the fork ends. To use it either set it up at the vise to press pull it off or in this case use a G clamp to apply side pressure. Either buy one set that fits or it be crafted from a steel stock - 3/8 x 3 x length. If so, cut a hole and make two cuts to make it U shape. Then grind and taper the surface. Use three spring steel shim at each junction to help reduce tool junction friction and to protect the engine part where they touch from rubbing or scratching. Hope this helps.

[@arthurbiringer5676]

Another award winning resuscitation! Not an easy one but you prevailed!

[@jcondon1]

Thanks!

[@anthonyjones5711]

Thank you for this video, what a very pleasant way to spend a couple of hours watching your expertise and gently manner in returning this generator to life. Tony (UK)

[@ej3304]

This one was quite the test of your endurance!

[@magilla9792]

What an epic video, it had everything twists, turns, and finally success. Thank you for all of the work that was put into this video. Perfect production values. Loved the long format. Can't wait for next week.

[@larrykelly2838]

Wow, that one took a lot of testing and changing parts. Running great end the end.

[@helicart]

the zip tie was genius....never seen that before!

[@johnburns5783]

Wow, what a marathon. Great fix James. 👍👍👍

[@P_RO_]

That one went all 9 rounds but the winner is James Condon!

[@jimprovax6846]

Nice job James. I started watching your channel a week ago. I like your calm demeanor and how you approach things.