I removed that wire completely from the harness and if I need lights I can wire them directly to were they need to be out all the mess of a stupid wire I don't need period. thanks for the comment
loose black wire completely removed from that harness now only connected the stator back to the chassis wire harness. but still nothing coming on that solenoid. only conclusion now is to grind away paint to make a bare area on the frame for grounding more proficient.
no but mine grounded on the bolt that connects the solenoid back to the frame. should I reconsidered the one you are suggesting. when I go to start the lawn mower there is no click from the solenoid at all. could it possibly be the engine that is causing the problem. Just unsure at this point.
these tests you are saying have been completed. the solenoid from the 2nd post did not turn the start failed connection. I have the new solenoid but the problem now is I don't even hear the solenoid click. could that be a ground issue. just let me know and thanks for the support and answers I...