Tractor won't start - Now fixed

[Pau7220]

I could be using the wrong thing or I could just be using the wrong term.

Just as an FYI, a battery maintainer will turn on and off by itself. That's what should be used for long term storage.

 

[Russell King]

Glad to hear you got it running!

Be sure you check the oil and coolant before you run it too much.

 

[torch]

Thanks for the update!

 

[GeoHorn]

I finally got around to dealing with this so wanted to update with resolution. Y'all were right. A new battery fixed the problem.

Instead of the HF battery load-tester.... you used your tractor as a load-tester. You can do the same thing with your car.... If the headlights are on and you can blow the horn loudly while attempting the start.... your battery is OK.

 

[200mph]

Thanks for reporting the confirmed root cause and glad it was a simple fix.

 

[jnschnit]

Thank you for the update.

 

[SidecarFlip]

Glad it turned out ok.

 

[SidecarFlip]

Storage batteries are odd things. People tend to ignore them when they are doing what they are supposed to do (start an engine reliably and provide juice for lights and accessories), until they no longer work properly, then people tend to look elsewhere for other 'issues' and ignore the root cause, the storage battery is shot.

Myself, because I depend on my motor vehicles to start and run reliably in all weather, I replace my storage batteries every 5 years.

People also assume that cold weather kills the battery (when it gets cold like up here, the engine won't turn over). What kills the battery is summertime heat. When it gets cold, the motor requires more amperage to start and the battery that has become weakened from heat cannot supply that amperage anymore.

Glad it was the battery and not something else electrical. A new battery is an easy fix. Keep the connections clean and corrosion free and tractor on....