Solenoid and Glow Plug Switch

[Kubotafan]

I have a G1800 tractor and if has been setting for a few days or left out in some rain it won't start with the ignition key. When this happens I jump the solenoid switch to get it started, and usually that will have the key working again. Also, sometimes the glow plug will not activate off the ignition switch, and I have to jump it too. I suspect the cause of this is either a bad ignition switch and or a computer problem. Rather than spend the money to replace them I want to put on two switches so that when the problem occurs I can just push a starter button to start it and another switch to activate the glow plugs. I am wondering how heavy duty a switch I would need to use for this? I suspect the switch for the solenoid could be a regular push button switch, but would the glow plug switch have to be something more heavy duty to handle the current draw (the wire I use to jump it can get warm after holding it for a few seconds)? A link to a supplier could be helpful (I am in Canada so a Canadian supplier could be easier to buy from).

 

[4shorts]

Sorry I missed your post but I did get your pm. I just replied your PM on this question but I did a little research and found NAPA here in Canada sell the switches I recommended. I snapped a photo of all the napa infor including the item number. You can also purchase rubber boots/covers to go over these switches.
Hope this helps.

 

[Kubotafan]

Sorry I missed your postbut I did get your pm. I just replied your PM on this question but I did a little research and found NAPA here in Canada sell the switches I recommended. I snapped a photo of all the napa infor including the item number. You can also purchase rubber boots/covers to go over these switches.
Hope this helps.

4shorts,

Thanks a lot. I knew in my head what would work and how to do the install, but didn't know what rating switch I would need. You gave me what I needed to know.

Thanks again. You are a real asset to this forum.

Paul

 

[David_Kb7uns]

You may read this post and see if the low voltage to the start solenoid is the problem, had to put this relay on my G2160 and no problems since then.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/...40-b2400-starting-problem-finally-solved.html

David Kb7uns

 

[4shorts]

4shorts,

Thanks a lot. I knew in my head what would work and how to do the install, but didn't know what rating switch I would need. You gave me what I needed to know.

Thanks again. You are a real asset to this forum.

Paul

Your more than welcome. I was happy to answer your question but If it were me I'd look for the root of the problem before I modified the system. It may be an easier fix than adding switches. Either way you know what's best for you. Hope you get it straightened out.
Good luck.

Paul