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Old 02-08-2006, 08:17 PM   #1 (permalink)
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ive got a 1983 suzuki gs450e and she wont start. my buddy tried to start her when she died once with a running car and i think he messed up some kind of electrical. anyone have any ideas? i replaced the main fuse, because it was burnt.

i appreciate any tips

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Old 02-09-2006, 02:47 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Does the starter work? If not, did you kick her over and check that the plugs are getting spark? No spark? check battery connections and try again. No spark, turn over with kick and check electrical supply from stator wire near top of stator cover. No luck? Sorry man. Take it to a shop!
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