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    sacramento Posts: 163, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 3, 2008, 10:05 AM
    I can't start my lawnmower.
    :o :) I have this really good, self-propelled lawnmower. The problem is that I cannot pull the string to start it. My question is whether it is possible to convert the starting system to a button or key start. This would make my life immeasurably easier. Thanks for your help!
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    Jun 3, 2008, 01:23 PM
    Maybe, but there is not enough info. The conversion might cost $200 or more.

    Two methods are usually done:
    1. 12 V battery - not recommended in this case
    2. 120 VAC starting

    The flywheel has to be changed, a starter + required electrical components are required and more importantly:

    1. The flywheel with teeth must be available.
    2. There must me mounting holes on the engine for the starter
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    sacramento Posts: 163, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 3, 2008, 02:22 PM
    Thanks for the info. I guess what I thought would be fairly simple is a lot more complicated than I thought! Oh, well! Now I guess I need a new mower!
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    Jun 3, 2008, 02:33 PM
    It's not that bad of a conversion. Having a model # of the engine would help.
    Electric start is a high cost option.

    See:

    Adding an Electric Starter

    Electric Starter Kits
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    Jun 5, 2008, 07:56 PM
    Kiss, is correct, it could be done possibly, but very costly.
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