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Old Apr 16, 2019 | 03:40 PM
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thanks very much
 
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Old Apr 16, 2019 | 03:51 PM
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hi mark do you mean just hit run button will bring ignition on..i cant find any ignition switch..im following barneys pics and go take another look,,cheers
 
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Old Apr 16, 2019 | 09:36 PM
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There should be an ignition switch that is operated by the same barrel key that unlocks the steering. Has aux., off, run positions. run position with illuminate check eng. light. then follow directions in barneys post #4.
 
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Old Apr 16, 2019 | 11:08 PM
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Originally Posted by barneyboy


Then put your right foot in and your left foot out and wiggle it about..............
Personally I think OP was trying to steal it and couldn’t get it started. Good help guys, he’ll get it tomorrow.
 

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Old Apr 17, 2019 | 07:05 AM
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hi mark do you mean just hit run button will bring ignition on..i cant find any ignition switch..im following barneys pics and go take another look,,cheers

 
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Old Apr 17, 2019 | 08:31 AM
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did you get on it from the left side or right?
 
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Old Apr 17, 2019 | 09:17 AM
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Old Apr 17, 2019 | 07:56 PM
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......if and when you get it started, what do you plan to do next? I'm on the edge of my seat.
 
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