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  1. 05-14-2011, 02:10 PM #1
    jmurray01
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    Question Cost of converting to electric start ?

    My mower has a 149.3CC 3.5HP Briggs & Stratton engine, with pull start, and it is quite hard to start after sitting for a while, so I would like to convert it to electric start in the future.

    But, how much would it cost, and where would I get the kit ?

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  3. 05-14-2011, 04:31 PM #2
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    Re: Cost of converting to electric start ?

    It could be done ... but not very practical ...
    IF you already have a flywheel that has the ring gear, then you will need:
    1. starter motor.
    2. battery.
    3. charging circuit with alternator and rectifier/voltage regulator.
    4. associated wiring to hook it all up.
    you will do better to sell the one you have and buy one with everything already with a starter...

    It can be done, but rounding up all the parts will be challenging... KennyV
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