Thanks for all the responses guys. I'll hang out here I guess. Hope to get some pictures soon. I think I will try a good 10W-30 here in Colorado. Average winter temp is about 40, but with every storm we get down under freezing, and January February down below zero. Want something thin enough to run in the cold, but thick enough to not blow by the rings, or drip from old gaskets.
This unit has been outdoors for at least 10 years, probably more. Runs smooth and strong, no smoke. But the battery won't charge and drains overnight.
Battery is in horrible shape, so I will replace that and start from there. What is the most common cause for these units not charging? The generator is producing juice just fine, lights are bright as anything when running, even if the battery itself is flat.
The regulator looks like it hasn't been touched in 10 or more years. And the light switch / starter button are rusted all to heck, as someone lost the cover plate and they have been exposed all these years. The wires to the lights are in bad shape, but work, although the light switch is non-funtional.
After I get through fixing the charging system, I start sanding, straightening, and painting! Can't wait. Thanks again! Dave (1fortyfanatic)
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