It seems a bit quiet on the forums, so I thought I would pitch this one in.
I have a bad shoulder so cranking my ST genny can hurt or be impossible - and I would like to put it in a shed where space is limited anyway, but in there I can plumb in the exhaust and keep it comfy. So I wondered about setting up an electric start using an old car starter motor to get it going.
Anyone done anything like this ? The cranking pulley is only about 4 inches and round section, the flywheel is between the engine and generator so hard to modify. I am not looking for an automatic start, just a chance to tease the choke while an electric motor does the hard work. I am wondering if I can set something up with belts and a layshaft, but I am not sure on what gearing ratio I would need. I have a big washing machine pulley lying around.
Steve