Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): honda gx270 9.0, honda gx270, honda engines


Question
I have a honda gx270 9 hp motor. I got it from a compressor. My plans are to use it as a gokart engine...my question is this...
when I started it for the first time in at least 2 years it wont shut off?....I turned the fuel off and eventually it died. This wont work for a go kart.
What can I do to fix the swich?
thanks

Answer
Hello Jordan:

>>Since this is a Honda, you can Use this Site Addy; http://www.honda-engines-eu.com/en/welcome.html and Select Spare Parts from the Drop Down Menu of the Service Tab. Enter the Model and Type Numbers and then Select Search. This will Allow you to See an Online Breakdown/IPL of this Unit.
>>Remove the Blower Housing and Locate the Ign Coil (#1) and the Shut Off Wire (#10). You can Connect a Toggle Switch to the Shut Off Wire or Replace the Original Shut Off Switch. If Using a Toggle Switch, then One Side is Attached to Ground and the Other to the Shut Off Wire.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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Respectfully

John