Funny problem starting and cutting out

[clayt74]

[quote author=clayt74 link=topic=11524.msg124162#msg124162 date=1391103696]
I had similar issues, quickly discovered a loose battery terminal.
Start with the simplest things first.
Good luck

Im stupid -- but do you need the battery once its running
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Yes the battery supplies the coils that produce the spark! The generator only supplies the regulator that charges the battery.
Try it?