Titan Generator - Will Not Start

Got a good deal on this Titan Industries Generator. The person selling is disclosed that it will only run on starting fluid. Noticed that the oil sensor is unplugged. Not sure if this is an issue with the carburetor or the low oil system. Lets find out.
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[@morfeus02]

James: “i’m going to check the spark plug” Generator: “omg i better start up or he’ll disassemble me piece by piece” James fixes generators by scaring them back to life 🤣

[@YukonHawk1]

Good one🤣🤣🤣

[@v-g-z3689]

Nice, man :D

[@jcondon1]

Funny

[@david.drambareanu]

😆😆😆

[@belsayshootingground]

After watching about 8 of your videos I had the confidence and ambition to tackle our broken generator. When I opened it up I was surprised to find it was brushless, got the multimeter out done some tests, I think the capacitors are dead, if I’m right it’s a £6 fix! Excited for the delivery. You could have just saved me a couple hundred quid, so thank you in advance 🙌

[@Kroooza]

how did you go?

[@belsayshootingground]

@@Kroooza in the end it turned out that internally the stator was all heated warped and bent. I struggled to find the parts if I remember rightly because of its age. So I bought a 16KVA diesel stephill silent generator. More manly to do the job. And sold the old one (25 years old) on eBay for parts. Not the fairytale ending but I do now own a very nice generator 🤩

[@MrHugawa]

you win some, you lose some.... winner, winner, chicken dinner... good job, very methodical

[@billiamc1969]

If I had kids, they would be required to watch these kinds of fix it videos everyday before bed...

[@MotionDesignStudio]

James, I want to thank you for all the work you put in to sharing your knowledge on fixing generators. It has been invaluable and I have learned much from watching your many videos. I enjoy your attention to details. You will fix everything on these machines; I can really appreciate this thoroughness. It is a breath of fresh air and I also use the same level of discipline whenever I publish a repair videos. Thanks for being so complete as it greatly bothers me when I see great technicians not do a complete job. Your cinematography and getting the viewers into all the action is impeccable. I have watched you intentional work on difficult angles to get a great shot. It is appreciated. Your problem solving diagnoses is what I return for over and over. Thanks for sharing this most important process. What region of the world do you live in to find so many generators for cheap? Thanks from a subscriber.

[@HighTechLab]

I had no idea it was that easy to take out the main jet. I've always stopped at spraying carb cleaner up that tube, now I've learned more about digging deeper!

[@jcondon1]

The import thing with the main jet is using a screwdriver that fits properly. Most standard screwdrivers are too wide. You can grind one narrow, or get a screwdriver meant for small engine carburetor jets.

[@HighTechLab]

@@jcondon1 AWESOME!! Thanks for the tips, looking forward to more videos. I wish you were my neighbor, we have a 14kw diesel genset that hunts a bit, doesn't maintain proper 60hz

[@scottcannady3232]

Thank you so much for making these videos. I enjoy fixing small engine's as well.

[@thetubeschannel]

I learn something from every video James. Makes me want to go find one to fix but here in central jersey they just ask to much for broken ones. Nut I do look on occasion. thx!

[@watermanone7567]

Nice find and fix. I use a tea ball in my ultra sonic cleaner for the jets and small parts, helps me not to loose them. Another great video. Thanks

[@MRrwmac]

Nice to have one you purchased which had a simple fix! But didn’t hurt to clean the (almost always problem) carburetor!

[@zweg1321]

Good video It’s amazing how some people give up on projects

[@estorey1465]

another great video, really enjoy watching them thanks James!

[@butler386]

Fantastic find. Great repair. As usual you are the genius of generators. Thanks for the video.

[@jcondon1]

Thanks 👍

[@larrykelly2838]

Doc, ye did it again. That will make someone an exellent generator. We deserve an easy one once in awhile.

[@sylvesterthaxter3889]

James you're incredible, I just feel am right there working with you. Man obsolutely genuinely honest the best I have watched on videos...oh boy I have seen many.

[@stevewilliams1197]

Nice video. I've got a four year old Gen that I pull out for hurricanes works great. I have changed oil on it but I do have to prime it to start. Thanks for the vid. W

[@Wingnut_Stickman]

@28:04 I spotted the piece I had left over when I had to take my generator apart to fix the stuck intake valve. I took off that metal shield located under the valve cover but when it came time to reassemble the next day I could not recall from where it came. THANKS!!!! This video is a big help! Now I can reattach the "leftover" part.

[@wildefox1478]

Nice work once again James, at least that generator only needed minor repair!

[@er1073]

Well James another success story. Thanks for sharing your video with us. Ed

[@Coolbreeze61]

Great video, Had a similar problem with the same machine that hadn't run in several years, disconnected the oil sensor wires and it started after a few pulls

[@tonym6920]

Another great educational video James. I like the way you go through the examination process, very precise. A lot of “tubers” rush through it and never hit the fine points of problem solving. You also offer many great tips that help us all with our own equipment. Really enjoy watching them! Thanks for posting, stay safe. 👍👍

[@jcondon1]

Thanks Tony

[@somerandomguy3868]

Great video, not really the power output panel I'd expect on a generator labeled " commerical industrial " but certainly seems to operate as intended

[@melkiorwiseman5234]

Your mentioning the choke seeming to be stuck on reminded me of when I was asked to look at a generator which had been loaned to the local scouts (a more undisciplined bunch of louts could never be found) and had been returned not working properly. It would start but ran slowly and wouldn't regulate. After a lot of fiddling around, I realised that one of the louts had managed to push the throttle control so far around to the "fast" setting that the control arm had become stuck behind a limiting arm and the throttle was so far on, that it was actually almost "off" again. After a lot of trouble, I finally managed to free the control arm and get it onto the correct side of the limiting arm, which solved the problem and got the generator working correctly again. (This was a pretty large generator, of around 12k watts or more at our country's standard 240V)

[@kenmitchell3784]

Thanks James, just watching your videos I was able to get a generator that I pick up for nothing up and running, as I already have a generator I will pass this one to my son

[@28YorkshireRose12]

That's a nice find! - The kind of thing we never seem to see around here. I'm a bit mystified as to why anyone would cut off the tip of that shut of valve. It's known as an "anti-diesel valve" or "anti run-on valve" to bring the engine to a decisive stop when switched off - some lean burning engines tend to run on, firing without a spark, hence the reference to diesel, for a second or two after shut-down. My John Deere lawn tractor has the same sort of valve, but working the other way round.

[@david.drambareanu]

I like your way of filming just like ChriFix.

[@v-g-z3689]

Choke can´t be turned off... "could be as simple as that..." Me, looks at the lenght of the video: nope...

[@deangentles4966]

hi james a simple fix this time around, looks to be a good high tech one, and i like the colour

[@DeadKoby]

That's a pretty unusual looking carb/choke setup. I know when the "Shanghai Special" motors started appearing, parts were a tough find... hopefully that situation has improved. Many of those motors run OK.

[@m60mgman]

Very educational videos. My generators are sometimes hard to start but it’s usually a fuel issue. New fuel and a little squirt of fuel into the cylinder is all I need to do. If you could dig up a Honda EM with auto throttle and explain how they work (or fail) I’d love to see that... mine is screwy...

[@Mike-ig2zq]

I thought maybe at first someone had installed a non-resistive sparkplug which caused a problem with your phone, but seemed fine later on. Thanks James, great find and video.

[@jcondon1]

It was an Apple bug with there camera app. Ended up installing a non Apple recording app. It actually records audio properly and has a lot of other nice features.

[@mcarroll598]

Another great video James!

[@Delekham]

That is one beast of a Generator! Too bad I can't buy it...shipping to Canada would just a SURREAL in price!

[@billhenry7833]

That o-ring just disappeared at 11:23. Lol

[@JohnDoe-es5xh]

Love the warm yellow colour.

[@itsallfabrication]

Thanks for the video James.

[@kerrygleeson4409]

Morning coffee and James at work great 🇦🇺🦘👍

[@andrewquinlan7353]

James I do a lot of small engine repairs as well. I have the same ultrasonic cleaner but started using “Gunk Parts Cleaner Complete Kit with Dip Basket” a few years ago (Advance Auto Parts sells it). It is really stinky but works much better at cleaning the pilot jet passages.

[@m3rdpwr]

When he said, this shouldn't take long at all, I immediately looked and saw there was plenty of time left in the video. LOL

[@tedheierman1181]

yeah, I'd like to hear your comments on the quality of those red fuel filters. Others are claiming they are absolute junk compared to a paper gravity filter in regards to filtering quality! Overall, a great buy for a 8K generator!

[@raymondj8768]

WOW what a great deal there !!!

[@ericvaughn1126]

Wow! Killer find for $75. Likely frustrating for you in terms of content, but an easy one makes up for the extra cost that goes into others. Great camera work and detail as always. I didn't notice an audio issue early on and loved the school bus comparison!

[@jcondon1]

There were some really bad audio issues that I had to cut all together. Had do do lots of audio splicing, voice overs etc... but the good thing is that issue is fixed with the video recording app. Also finally bought a better microphone, so the quality will be better.

[@ericvaughn1126]

@@jcondon1 Yikes! Well the good news is that it was a short video if it required extra time in the editing room. Kudos to you, and others, for spending the time to do all of that. I have the interest, but not the time so the time that I DO have I spend on equipment and AWAY from IT! 😉

[@jcondon1]

@@ericvaughn1126 it is always tempting to turn the camera off and just fix the equipment. It goes much faster.

[@ericvaughn1126]

@@jcondon1 oh yeah there is no doubt in my mind and that's exactly what I was alluding to. Call me stingy with my time, but appreciate you and the others that put up content for us all to learn from!

[@johnboone2581]

I’ve got the same generator I bought 15 years ago and still runs great. Paid $1,500 for it new. Yes that was a steal !

[@anthonysimonhough9691]

Thanks for another great movie James

[@jcondon1]

Thanks

[@chuckwiderstrom8994]

great find,nice work

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Nice repair @James Condon

[@MrBlaser51]

More great stuff !! Thank you.

[@arthurbiringer5676]

What a steal! As always great job.

[@tubeDude48]

At 27:15, I'd get a filter that you can see through, and it will most likely have an arrow for direction of flow.

[@bobjones1620]

Great information! Thanks

[@philoso377]

Liked that school buss comparison. I knew it looks familiar just didn’t think of the buss.

[@bobadam7021]

The deals you get are just out of this world. There was a generator on Marketplace for a while for $150, the ad read "99% of a generator" The generator was in a pile all stripped down as a basket case. I think the person saw one of your videos and said - I can do that! Nope, I was wrong. No idea what it sold for but it's not up anymore.

[@Mikesorrento3344]

Also I find 3/8 fuel line works well as a breather hose. More durable and seals better, much less cost.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Interesting looks like a good generator was sold hmmm wonder why they said it had problems @James Condon

[@bobwilkinson9894]

What a great find!

[@Dboyer1971]

I appreciate these. I’ve learned a ton. I have to know though, how many space heaters do you own? 😂 i swear i’ve counted 5 different ones. Thanks for the quality content.

[@jcondon1]

I have a lot. I think 7 in total.

[@notyoung]

Similar to the Generac 5500W gen I found on Craig's List some years ago. Seller was asking something over $100 but when he tried to start it, it wouldn't stay running. I offered $80 and he took the cash. Problem was a slightly bent linkage - just enough to make it bind. Still have that as my gen to run power tools when needed - it can start and run the 10" table saw. We've learned to manage most power outages on much less power. Less than 12 hours will be on the solar-charged backup system I built - nice to have silent backup ;-) More than 12 hours, we'd be on the 1600 watt inverter gen for not-silent backup but long backup per gallon.

[@JohnDoe-df2zz]

I'd love to work on and sell some old power equipment, more for something to do, and not necessarily as income. I saw you spent $70 for that generator and I've never seen anything priced like that locally. I went onto my local craigslist and chuckled when I found that most sellers were asking full new retail for their used generators. Even generators that had fuel leaks and carb problems were listed at what I could order them for from home depot or amazon brand new. I guess I'll have to stick with side-of-the-road discards for the time being. Great video though, thanks for the content!

[@milwsdl39]

I love your videos very instructive be nice if you do part numbers I have a couple Briggs & Stratton having a hard time finding part numbers

[@jcondon1]

I try and list part number in the descriptions on my more recent videos. If you see something I missed let me know, will be happy to update the description for all to see.

[@woolval52]

James: "Lets drain the carb." Wife: "James, have you seen my coffee cup?"

[@markwiley9516]

What a deal good quick fix

[@rbedwar12]

U get. Some good prices..here in ky they sell broke ones for 200 dollars..

[@derekwflett]

A non-storm defender generator! What a surprise. Again, great work

[@isettech]

It is crazy what they make with a single cylinder engine. Noisy while running at ~3600 RPM. My diesel is 3 cylinder, water cooled, electric start, and is more likely to last under load. Seeing a unit that can be loaded into a pickup, vs a trailer mount unit rated lower, makes me wonder about the full load and surge capacity of both. My diesel is rated to run continuous at 6KW with 8KW surge for 30 minutes. It would be interesting to see them both load tested side by side. Nice video showing the troubleshooting.

[@eugenepiurkowski5439]

I bought a Titan 9000ES brand new about ten years ago during a bad ice storm. Anything you can tell me about the quality of the machine and type of motor. It has given me good service the few times I have needed it. Last time was three days last week. Thanks for the very informative video.

[@darwin9141]

I would say that's a good score James.

[@Itaintnutn]

James, first I love all of your videos. Second, I've watched other channels with tons of dead air, air tool, and hammers used on delicate parts. You need to wear a lab coat because you are like a surgeon. Serious skills and excellent editing too.

[@jcondon1]

Thanks! Although I do use impacts for removing some bolts, never to assemble.

[@henrymurawskibigdogrepair]

James fantastic find good one

[@jcondon1]

Thanks Henry

[@franleck]

Nice find.

[@annierenard5954]

good video, thank you

[@jeep146]

I loved going to yard and house sales. I worked small engines before I retired. Might look for a bigger generator that is broke. The key was it started with starter fluid. The biggest problem is when wanna be mechanics tear into them and put them together. Don't assume the way it is, is the correct way.

[@jorgeposadas1192]

There's allot of people that don't want to mess with machinery, no matter how easy it is and then there's the not mechanically inclined, they just prefer to go buy a new one, great video and find.

[@jcondon1]

Thanks

[@philtowle4683]

A lot of people don't have the time, inclination or the tools. What I find really strange are engineering students who have never swung a spanner. I find most good engineers seem to have hobbys like diy, off roaders, moto x bikes, classic cars or similar.

[@dposer10]

You should probably check the valves as well, it was blowing back through the carb when you were running it

[@TheDamowalshe]

I'm interested in the vacuum assisted choke setup, can you explain what that does, and it's advantages, and does it need a manual choke, just do a video on how that setup works please. Enjoyed the video, thanks.

[@AZVIDS]

Nice pickup👍

[@papabits5721]

It’s a steal James.

[@tonyc.4528]

A simple fix is a nice thing, though rare in my experience.

[@jcondon1]

It’s nice to get one that work once in a while.

[@melmackey8138]

You make it look so easy,lol did you sell this machine? If not I'm interested. Really like your videos

[@jcondon1]

It is sold, but have lots of others for sale.

[@arrans1987]

Nice buy

[@richardlefrancois7886]

Was this your easiest fix. Show suggestion, storing and care for small gas engines. You've almost got me thinking I can fix a generator. The things that can be done with electricity

[@shawnmrfixitlee6478]

I know that the choke was not the issue . But I sure am not a fan of the Vac control chokes as I have had issues with them many times ! Great score , Nice generator ..ENJOYED

[@jcondon1]

The vac choke system is an intake leak waiting to happen. Also not a fan.

[@Mikesorrento3344]

I find that some of these generators hunt when air cleaner assembly is not installed and /or foam filter not properly treated with oil. Without air cleaner assembly installed, improper vacuum causes surging or hunting. Same thing happens if air cleaner cover not sealed properly or loose fitting.

[@overhead18]

I picked up a non-running Titan generator similar to that last year for 125$. This model had the Briggs and Stratton engine, but the carb is very similar. An hour cleaning the carb and it was good to go. Unfortunately after a power outage due to an ice storm the generator ran for 48 or 50 hours straight and now the rear shaft seal on the engine is leaking oil. I have never pulled the powerhead or whatever the proper term is off a generator before, looking forward to it.

[@jcondon1]

It is a bit of work the first time you do it, but think that one will have threads to help push it off.

[@davidjones1393]

THKS

[@johnclarke6647]

Looks like you need to put a Super Beta tablet in that carb😎

[@jackpatteeuw9244]

Standard automotive 1/4" fuel line that you buy at an auto parts store or hardware has a slightly larger OD than what is typically used on small engines. This makes it difficult to fee through tight passages (like some Tecumseh engines).

[@jcondon1]

Yes, for those I use the stuff with a reduced OD. Makes it a lot easier fishing the line through.

[@sofjanmustopoh7232]

If look like that n would start for a moment on starting fluid I would buy it in a heart beat 😁 Even I’m just a shade tree mechanic

[@phooesnax]

Nice buy.

[@russellkeeling9712]

I have had to use two of these generators in the past. The problem with them is the honda motor they have.

[@mcu_nerd2163]

"Generators don't idle. . . ." actually some do, inverter generators in particular. Most non-inverter generators don't though. Yea, I had to nitpick. Anyways great video.

[@wim0104]

my old one has an electric "idle control", a big solenoid pulling on the throttle arm.

[@edwardkane3237]

James where did you get your ultrasonic cleaner ? What solution do you use for cleaning carburetors ? I’m looking to buy one in the near future. Yours seems work well.

[@johnsenecal2732]

Do you ever work on Westinghouse. Do you know if Generac and Westinghouse is the same style motor. Wondering if you interchange the generators, stators ? Thanks

[@declyn8]

AWESOME!!!!!!!!

[@goliathmann3286]

Hi James .I am in Ireland About 3-4 weeks ago I was given a generator take home with me. He he was glad to get rid of it. when I took the generator home to try it out the engine Ran but no power The generator is a Hyundai petrel 6.5 Kw 220 v 380 v AC .12-volt DC supply Then I found your videos and found them extremely good and helpful . Stater burnt .melt down I found another video that you should definitely watch please you have not shown a hidden screen filter on most carburetors The filter is on the fuel inlet pipe on the carburettor it causes surges hunting all the symptoms that you have on most of your generators. The video is called. Hidden carburettor fuel filter screen on all small engines. By donyboy73 A lot of your spare carburettors which are hunting most probably have that issue being blocked. On the fuel inlet pipe you can pull the pipe gently out the filter is right behind the piece of pipe sticking out of the carburetor.

[@jcondon1]

Thanks, saw that videos that donyboy73 put out. Thankfully it does not look like too many of them have that.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

It does look like the back of a school bus that's funny 😄😆🤣 @James Condon

[@Sacapuntas69]

I was in Lowes yesterday (10/25/21) and they had over 50 used generators stacked in the garden section (Craftsman, Generac and Firman) All looked new, some still in boxes that were opened and they all had the gas cap off and you could smell gas. Many of them didn't have the wheels installed. Some had tags on them that said WOULD NOT RUN. Was wondering if they were sent out to help with Hurricane Ida help by Lowes and then just brought back.

[@jcondon1]

Interesting. Were they priced well? What state was that in?

[@MrVailtown]

You must live in or near a big metropolis. To get so many gensets

[@timexum743]

James, I asked a while ago and couldn't find a reply. What kind of tank do you use for your temporary gas tank while running tests? Also any modifications. Thanks for the video. Oh yeah, one more question. Why do we never see your face? Lol

[@mickthwaite]

Love your presentations. I am in Australia, where do you get your selection of generators to be repaired from?

[@jcondon1]

Anywhere I can, Facebook, Craigslist, eBay, friends of the channel.

[@mickthwaite]

@@jcondon1 thanks for the reply

[@coltonhenderson6006]

James, I actually just picked up the same generator for $80. I wish it was as easy of a fix though. It required a rebuild, to what extent I am not sure yet. Thank you for mentioning it shares the engine with some others. Titan does, in fact, still stock some parts on this. I reached out and asked, however they are $$$. The Generac GP 7500 series have several models. Is there a specific one that matches the Titan or are they all the typical honda clone? I appreciate your assistance and knowledge! Sourcing parts is the biggest pain.

[@jcondon1]

There are variations in the clone engines even Generac varies the engine on the same models. I have been using a seller recently on eBay who stocks a lot of clone parts. I just did some head work on a DEK generator. No parts diagram or part numbers. Ordered from this guy parts for the same size engine labeled as for a Generac and all fit without issue. Unfortunately you have to match up the look of the part and compare the engine size and any dimension listed in the description. www.ebay.com/str/dieselgeneratorparts

[@stephengordon8968]

Can't believe it was a spark plug wire not put on right , that's crazy !