View Full Version : Faint spark on JD 175


mgb
08-16-2006, 01:45 PM
While mowing, my JD quit. I tried starting it to no avail. Even after it cooled down it still wouldn't start. I get a faint spark when I crank it over with a screwdriver in the plug cap and only when the screwdriver is very close to metal. I replaced the ignition coil 2 years ago when it wouldn't start but that time it had different symptoms. I was wondering if it could be the trigger coil? Or could it be the ignition coil again? Thanks for any and all help.

bugman
08-17-2006, 04:32 PM
How old is it? brand engine?

mgb
08-17-2006, 04:37 PM
1990, Kawasaki FC420V engine.

bugman
08-18-2006, 11:20 AM
I'm not much on kawis.... maybe someone that knows em will come along

mgb
08-18-2006, 05:50 PM
I just replaced the trigger (ignitor) coil and it started right up! And it seems to run better then it did before it quit on me. Thanks!

bugman
08-18-2006, 06:39 PM
Good to hear it!!