How to Wire Your Old Garden Tractor w/ Battery Ignition and Stator Charging

In this video I show you how to wire your old Garden Tractor. This applies to all old tractors equipped with a Battery Ignition and Stator Charging System.
This is a basic overview and does not go over safety switches, and other safety relays.
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  • @mistral2099
    @mistral20993 жыл бұрын

    Sensational video Norman. You deserve a medal and an honorary PhD from an Ivy League university for your brilliant teaching style. If only others whose job it is to teach people were even half as good as you, the world would be a much smarter place. TOP MARKS MATE! WELL DONE! :-)

  • @erikvaldur3334

    @erikvaldur3334

    3 жыл бұрын

    I agree 100% It's not just the knowledge, it's his ability to make it so easy to comprehend for me. I'm a Carpenter of over 30 years. I can build almost anything out of wood. I've stayed away from electrical my whole life. After watching this video I'm ready to go rewire my 1973 Wheel Horse. I may need to watch a section again as I'm going but it's mostly understood after first watch. Fantastic teaching ability. His starter rebuild was just as easy to understand.

  • @728b
    @728b5 жыл бұрын

    Hands Down THE BEST explanation of wiring - and I’ve searched all over KZread and the Internet. THANK YOU

  • @craigpittsinger6009
    @craigpittsinger60092 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video! Norman explains each circuit simply and clearly so that anyone can understand them. He also illustrates each circuit well with his layouts. Excellent job!

  • @frankgould2983
    @frankgould29837 жыл бұрын

    This is THE best wiring video I have found after MANY viewings. Most have left me more confused than when I started. THANKS.

  • @frankdavidson9675

    @frankdavidson9675

    3 жыл бұрын

    get a copy of wiring diagram off of the net for your mower study it its very simple to under stand it is common you would be supprised at the # of mowers that are wired just alike they all have a switch apto a brake pedal aseat each item i listed has wires to it for a reason u sualy the tbl is in a switch thats moves the most the wires just hang there key and pto switch are common ther two different key switches that i know i key has 3 notches the kea has two but they wire alike

  • @tariqmohamed1969

    @tariqmohamed1969

    3 жыл бұрын

    Gotta give another shout out as I just rewired an old JD 112 using this video as my wiring diagram. Like one comment says, best wiring video I've seen on the net. Keep the good work up brother, if I was living in the US I would have definitely support your business.

  • @jagerwiard3287
    @jagerwiard32875 жыл бұрын

    I literally followed this step by step and completely rewired my 1971 MTD 990- VERY HELPFUL

  • @alfonzo907
    @alfonzo9074 жыл бұрын

    Great video and to the point explanation !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! No music or distractions and no excess gibberish . THANKS

  • @bulletbobweldon1442
    @bulletbobweldon14426 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Very straightforward and well explained. Being in the automotive industry for 34 years I couldn’t have explained it better. Amazing job Norm!

  • @Isavetractors

    @Isavetractors

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @olruss6270

    @olruss6270

    4 жыл бұрын

    I thought the same way, myself ,a mechanic since 1986

  • @ArrowSmith95
    @ArrowSmith955 жыл бұрын

    I'm building a go cart with a lot of parts from an old lawn tractor. This is the only video that made literally any sense at all. Thanks!

  • @christophermaillie9212
    @christophermaillie9212 Жыл бұрын

    That was an incredibly helpful, by its simple, easy to copy formula, video for any of us just encountering rewiring an old tractor.

  • @TrehanCreekOutdoors
    @TrehanCreekOutdoors6 жыл бұрын

    Super fabulous video! It's clear and straight to the point. Easy to follow and understand. The diagrams are helpful but the best part, I think, is simply seeing each system broken down into its components and wired correctly. I'm considering stripping out all the wiring in an older rider mower I am rebuilding and wiring it up as you show in order to completely eliminate all the safety and kill switches which annoy me to death and to have good, new wire and connections. I'll be checking out the other videos on your site and when I need parts, you will be the first place I check. Thanks for sharing this video.

  • @Isavetractors

    @Isavetractors

    6 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome and thank you for your comment

  • @JamesCobbIT
    @JamesCobbIT8 ай бұрын

    Really well done, Norman. You are an excellent instructor, and the videography was well done. This vid gave me exactly the information I was looking for. Thanks!

  • @matthewfrancis1360
    @matthewfrancis13604 жыл бұрын

    I’m inherited grandfather’s JD 314. I’m refurbishing it. The wiring was a mess. Thanks Norman you just made my re-wiring so much easier.

  • @rauldemoura2417
    @rauldemoura24175 жыл бұрын

    Thank you SOO MUCH Norman! I know there are very few wires on my Gravely 8122, but without knowing WHERE they go is very frustrating! You are CLEAR, CONCISE and to the point! Thank again!

  • @paulineokelo4688
    @paulineokelo46887 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Norman, you certainly know your way around the electrics. This has really helped me to understand the tractor circuit

  • @zanderxymox
    @zanderxymox7 жыл бұрын

    I love these videos, you really simplify everything and I honestly learn a lot watching your videos. Well done!

  • @joedalton7592
    @joedalton75923 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this easy to understand explanation of the flow and connections of a 12 volt system. The understanding part for me is due to your clear annunciation. Also, thank you for not using "slut words" that are found in so many of these videos. You are truly a professional.

  • @boatbuilder1954
    @boatbuilder19545 ай бұрын

    Norm, Your visual of this is much more understandable to understand for those of us less experience electrical people Thank You so much for this and other videos

  • @mikegrant5435
    @mikegrant54357 жыл бұрын

    Very simple and cogent explanation of how a small engine electrical system works. Great job!

  • @joecunder7846
    @joecunder78468 ай бұрын

    Outstanding explanation!!!!One of the best videos I have ever seen, ty.

  • @freddiehendriks1156
    @freddiehendriks11565 жыл бұрын

    Great work young man. Super easy to understand and sorted my starter problems in no time. Well done!!!!!!

  • @NoDeadlines
    @NoDeadlines5 жыл бұрын

    This was great! Finally, after many years of being confused by the wiring - and further confused by the many complex and limited references to what these wires all do - confusing - and often incorrect - wiring diagrams and not even knowing what components are where on my 3 different Cub Cadets, now i know how to figure out ANY wiring on ANY of my small tractors. I cannot thank you enough for your clear explanations of these circuits and their components. And you know that IsaveTractors.com will be my new source of parts - and advice about keeping my 40+ year old Cub Cadets running. - the 1200, the 1450 and the 17 hp 782... Thanks! (and now I can get back to solving the wiring problems with the old 782. Gotta get back to work; the grass is growing and needs to be cut before the rains begin again....

  • @thomasschmidt4650
    @thomasschmidt46504 жыл бұрын

    Very well done! Halfway through the video I realized my mistake and one adjustment later the starter worked as expected.

  • @Rein_Ciarfella
    @Rein_Ciarfella5 ай бұрын

    By far the best video on this subject. 👍

  • @Isavetractors

    @Isavetractors

    4 ай бұрын

    Why thank you kindly

  • @AlexIliev
    @AlexIliev6 жыл бұрын

    Super informative. Thanks for the detailed walk-through of all the key systems!

  • @kentnelson6068
    @kentnelson60684 жыл бұрын

    Simply and clearly stated instruction on wiring a riding mower Very well done.

  • @johnelledge6574
    @johnelledge65744 жыл бұрын

    I agree with everyone, best wiring video. I HATE wiring but I feel I can wire my tractor with confidence now. Thank you very much

  • @robrobi5876
    @robrobi58764 жыл бұрын

    Wow the best explanation for the old 60-70 tractor from KZread...Good job Thanks

  • @imacgst27
    @imacgst27 Жыл бұрын

    Norman you just earned another subscriber here. That has got to be the best instructional video I have ever watched and I've watched many. Thank you so much for taking the time to explain everything with such clarity and detail!!!

  • @tedpappas1559
    @tedpappas15594 жыл бұрын

    Norman, thanks for this very informative video. This is by far the best instructional video on basic wiring I have ever seen. Please keep the videos coming.

  • @Mark-zz9rt
    @Mark-zz9rt4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Norm really helpful. When you break it down like that it’s really easy thanks again 👍🏼

  • @rentcda
    @rentcda2 ай бұрын

    Just what i needed. Great video! Thanks.

  • @georgetaylor8535
    @georgetaylor85352 жыл бұрын

    My problems are solved as soon as I get the new key switch. Thank you so much. You know your video is the best wiring video on the tube right? It is.

  • @alifprasla9875
    @alifprasla98755 жыл бұрын

    Thnx man i appreciate you made this video....you are life saver 🤗...i couldn't find anything like this on KZread

  • @donras564
    @donras564 Жыл бұрын

    Very informative! You simplified it to where a novice would be able to understand it!

  • @relerfordable
    @relerfordable3 жыл бұрын

    I'm replacing ignition, battery, battery cables, cig lighter, headlight wiring in the morning, October 12th. This is a very comprehensive video in my opinion.

  • @robertpayton3795
    @robertpayton37955 жыл бұрын

    Truly an artist of electrical components.. very well presented. Excellent plus

  • @davidsteinfeld9123
    @davidsteinfeld91232 жыл бұрын

    There are lots of guys out there trying to illustrate the wireing system of a lawn tractor ignition switch and it's affiliated parts But you my friend have made mention to a great many things as I learned some interesting things from your video as you have broken stuff down it's very confusing as you said to untangle all this information color codes and all and we're they may go if unplugged some how or to add something else like a push button start like I am indeed trying to do and we're your video is putting some light on that dark path it will for sure take me a few extra hours to study the video to get it right with out question your video is the best I have come across on this topic and hearing you mentioned you published information in magazines this in my mind is worthy that your not only telling us newbies how but doing so the right way from the start not as others try to you start with it from the bottom up nicely done for sure you have my attention for future video watching I clearly see it's not wasted time your a good teacher and I am gladly giving you a thumbs up and a button smash

  • @partsroz1962
    @partsroz19626 жыл бұрын

    Really professional instruction. Hell if i had a teacher like you at school i would have gone places. you left nothing to chance.

  • @johnturgeon979
    @johnturgeon9796 жыл бұрын

    Nice video you have inspired me to get my 1976 Ariens GT going again!

  • @olruss4606
    @olruss4606 Жыл бұрын

    @5;55 great schematic simply put !!! Thank you Boss!! 👍

  • @markstempler884
    @markstempler8844 жыл бұрын

    YES I AGREE , NORM HAS HELPED ME IMMENSELY !!! THANKS

  • @ericb3061
    @ericb30616 ай бұрын

    Norman this was a very good video keep making Videos like this

  • @ryanhawthorne7893
    @ryanhawthorne78938 ай бұрын

    This was an awesome video! I quickly learned how to wire my 10 horse briggs on my go cart. Thank you so much! Have a great day!

  • @MyFREEFrugalHomestead
    @MyFREEFrugalHomestead5 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic info, presented well. Thank you !

  • @davydacounsellor
    @davydacounsellor5 жыл бұрын

    Great basic stuff cheers putting electric plus starter on an old generator, lucky it has a stator, many thanks form UIster N.Ireland

  • @michaelwhite7363
    @michaelwhite73633 жыл бұрын

    very simple to understand straight to the point easy to follow step-by-step i have viewed others videos and they are too complicated congratulations on this video

  • @fergusontea
    @fergusontea3 жыл бұрын

    You're a natural teacher.

  • @williamgombas260
    @williamgombas2605 жыл бұрын

    VERY CLEAR PRESENTATION , YOU DID THE BEST I HAVE SEEN

  • @de04609
    @de046093 жыл бұрын

    I do wish I had this when I totally tor apart my tractor. I got it back together but not nearly as quick or easy as if I knew about this video. Thank you for saving tractors!

  • @paulanderson6576
    @paulanderson65763 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the update and the really good job on the showing of this electric part of the mower . really a good job.thank you so much.

  • @frios011
    @frios0116 жыл бұрын

    WELL DONE!!! So educational!

  • @dillongates4520
    @dillongates45202 жыл бұрын

    Thank u so much for posting this video I was having trouble with wiring on 140 so I ripped the old wiring harness out and made my own just the way u did it works starts right up everytime

  • @brianphilbrook5262
    @brianphilbrook52627 жыл бұрын

    Man you really know stuff and explain it so well.

  • @Isavetractors

    @Isavetractors

    7 жыл бұрын

    thank you! I try really hard to break things down to its most simple forms.

  • @paulparangat4341

    @paulparangat4341

    7 жыл бұрын

    isavetractors

  • @fergusonto-2032
    @fergusonto-20324 жыл бұрын

    Another great video Norman , one I really needed, thanks & May God Bless

  • @Kyokunek
    @Kyokunek5 жыл бұрын

    Keep up the great work. It helps many people like me. Many Thanks! Subscribed!

  • @davebartoy2732
    @davebartoy27326 жыл бұрын

    Great explanation!. Very Clear. Many thanks.

  • @doubledslots929
    @doubledslots9295 жыл бұрын

    This video made it very easy to rip out all the troublesome wiring and start from scratch. My old wheel horse had all kinds of old switches by passed and old connecters that were just TROUBLE. Now, very little wire, I know where everything goes, and the tractor starts and runs fine. Many Thanks!!!!!

  • @outboardfixer
    @outboardfixer29 күн бұрын

    WHY can't people JUST GET TO THE POINT???? Just a GREAT tutorial on wire strippers.

  • @stevelindsay3643
    @stevelindsay36433 жыл бұрын

    Well done. The explanation applies to just about every vehicle and or stationary engine ignition system with the exception of some very modern vehicles. It does apply to Motorcycles, Dune buggies, lawn tractors, go-karts, cars, trucks, etc with both 6 and 12 volt systems.

  • @jdhreiss
    @jdhreiss5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for making this easy!

  • @OldBlue94
    @OldBlue94 Жыл бұрын

    I wish you would make more videos you do a great job! You helped me rewire my old Gravely 430 I’m doing a full restoration

  • @MidwestMotoRider
    @MidwestMotoRider7 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed this, it was extremely well done and done in a way that allowed me to better understand how my tractor is wired thanks!

  • @Isavetractors

    @Isavetractors

    7 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! I am glad it helped you!

  • @tammyahn3236

    @tammyahn3236

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@Isavetractors hi can I start my mower by battery wire and starter wire but both of them out side and un cover by touch..is this dangerous pls

  • @magicsadan6515
    @magicsadan65153 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful simple instructions for that same person.thankyou

  • @tolbaszy8067
    @tolbaszy80675 жыл бұрын

    Excellent tutorial! Thanks!

  • @eyesalooking
    @eyesalooking5 жыл бұрын

    Been watching lots of videos but this one rocks. I took the time to copy down all of the audio so I can type it up for future reference. Also did some screen grabs. Best explanation I have found. Thanks!

  • @Isavetractors

    @Isavetractors

    5 жыл бұрын

    We have a written article on this topic as well as others on our website! That'll save you some time!

  • @eyesalooking

    @eyesalooking

    5 жыл бұрын

    isavetractors Thanks. I appreciate that. Recently got interested in repairing small engines because I have an older Zero Turn Mower with a bad engine that I would like to repair so that I can use to pull a Craftsman Lawn Broom to pick up grass so I can put on my compost pile.

  • @dfoltz268
    @dfoltz2684 жыл бұрын

    Damn Fine job Sir! Couldn’t ask for better wiring explanation.

  • @daviddevries65
    @daviddevries654 жыл бұрын

    Good video. Learned alot. Was able to fix wires on my Max 2 6 wheeler. Same set up as a lawn tractor.

  • @camerontrathen7102
    @camerontrathen71023 жыл бұрын

    this video has helped me figure out the wiring on my old Allis Chalmers 716 h garden tractor

  • @macfarms
    @macfarms7 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video, thanks! Going to try to get my 1650 massey to run.

  • @dangeroustoys5668
    @dangeroustoys56687 жыл бұрын

    ah yes, rewiring . done that many times with all my hacked up wiring on my fleet. some like my 86 gt 2 needed all new wiring, itd been all hacked and corroded, so yanked it all when i redid it. i bot a varitiy of wire, connectors, shrink tubing for just that. thanks for the info.👍

  • @sarawilson6277
    @sarawilson62773 жыл бұрын

    Such a great and detailed video! thank you!

  • @humanze
    @humanze Жыл бұрын

    Amazing lesson!!! Thanks so much😊

  • @ohyeah3750
    @ohyeah37507 жыл бұрын

    Very well explained. Thanks

  • @iwantosavemoney
    @iwantosavemoney7 жыл бұрын

    this really sums it up for me thanks

  • @TTOVB24
    @TTOVB242 жыл бұрын

    I think this will help me out GREATLY

  • @60sectolive48
    @60sectolive482 жыл бұрын

    Perfect video! Thank you!

  • @markdurham1493
    @markdurham14932 жыл бұрын

    Great Video Norman! Thank You! (very helpful)

  • @lindseyloo6619
    @lindseyloo66194 ай бұрын

    You're an amazing teacher thank you so much❤

  • @IamaProfesional
    @IamaProfesional4 жыл бұрын

    sharp kid -- tells you of series & parallel ( and series parallel } wiring with out telling you which is which -- but explains it very well > job well done

  • @munawarparhar2149
    @munawarparhar2149 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent, simple and to the point

  • @Michael-mj1bz
    @Michael-mj1bz Жыл бұрын

    Actually learned a lot , great video

  • @eggrollgod1219
    @eggrollgod12196 жыл бұрын

    you the man.I enjoy your video...

  • @miroslavmarkovic4695
    @miroslavmarkovic46955 жыл бұрын

    great explanation, hats of to you

  • @DavidRamos-fl6dk
    @DavidRamos-fl6dk4 жыл бұрын

    You Norman you are the man wow thank you so much for this video 🙏

  • @davidgruszkowski9095
    @davidgruszkowski90953 жыл бұрын

    Excellent presentation. Thanks

  • @jeffblackmun5459
    @jeffblackmun54595 жыл бұрын

    Nice job.. thank u let's me know.. I never know how wire starter lol. Now I'm learning how wire starter on my lawnmower..

  • @sentinel8711
    @sentinel87117 жыл бұрын

    why I enjoy your channel so much Norman so much great information

  • @Isavetractors

    @Isavetractors

    7 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @sentinel8711

    @sentinel8711

    7 жыл бұрын

    Np we have talked by phone with regards to my JD 316 parts/ 16 hp kohler that I had ordered several months ago and it is running like a top last time it was a question about the exhaust valve anyway keep up the good work Norman and I did find you fb page take care

  • @nickwells6416
    @nickwells64167 жыл бұрын

    Helped me so much

  • @Mark-zz9rt
    @Mark-zz9rt4 жыл бұрын

    I have a mess On my old Ford just like yours. So far they had everything wired on the coil wrong I’m just gonna have to start from scratch I guess. Thanks for the video it’s very helpful

  • @carsoncraig3328
    @carsoncraig33284 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, your video helped me out so much

  • @davidspillman8596
    @davidspillman85962 жыл бұрын

    You’re the best Norman!!!!

  • @tonyanderson5936
    @tonyanderson59362 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your help 👍

  • @olruss6270
    @olruss62704 жыл бұрын

    Mister, if your not a teacher ,you should be, I've watched a dozen different videos trying to obtain this same information.. You put it all in one video leaving absolutely nothing to be questioned , Excellent job Sir, If your not a teacherr theres any open loop in the system,. Thank you,

  • @rjteolis
    @rjteolis11 ай бұрын

    Nice video. Thank you for the help.

  • @michaelsnell4034
    @michaelsnell40346 жыл бұрын

    So glad I saw this. My rectifier has just been sitting in my tractor doing nothing. I just use a battery charger. Now I can hook it back up and use the power. I do have an issue with my solenoid clicking but not running the starter. I just jump from the battery to the starter side terminal with a heavy copper wire to run the starter.

  • @Isavetractors

    @Isavetractors

    6 жыл бұрын

    Sounds like you need some new parts. You may need a new solenoid, and a rectifier. We have them all. Look us up at www.isavetractors.com and order online or give us a call.

  • @egghead2000TJ
    @egghead2000TJ4 жыл бұрын

    excellent video...that was very easy to understand. thank you.

  • @patanddianne
    @patanddianne2 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Good job.

  • @rods6405
    @rods64054 жыл бұрын

    Great video well done every student should watch this. Should always use black wire for negative to ground ccts

  • @reginaldharrison8650
    @reginaldharrison86503 жыл бұрын

    I understand means it is a well explained video great job

  • @jamesconnell5876
    @jamesconnell58763 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful!!!

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