shindaiwa Electrical Connections

[jteneyck]

A couple of weeks ago I was investigating a "no spark" problem on a Shinny 345.  At first I thought the problem was bar oil getting into one or two wire connections between the pulser and ignition modules.  Then I though it was the spark plug boot connection at the end of the ignition wire.  Well, the problem came back again, and I'm sure now that the problem is due to oil in the electrical connections.  Now I just have to figure out how to either fix the oiler so that oil doesn't end up in the bottom of the saw where those wires are or how to insulate the electrical connections so that the oil can't get in.  So if you think you've got a bad ignition module on a saw check the electrical connections, if you have them, as part of your investigation before you put down your cash on new parts. 

Any ideas on what silicone, etc. might stand up to the heat and keep the oil out? Thanks. 

[Rocky_J]

I'd probably try cleaning the wires real well with brake cleaner or something to remove the oil residue, then coat the problem areas with liquid electrical tape. It's good stuff.

[jteneyck]

I'll give it a try.  Thanks for the tip, Rocky.  It's a great little saw - when it runs. 

[jteneyck]

Just a follow up to let folks know that I followed Rocky's recommendation and coated over both connections with liquid tape.  Put on two coats an hour apart to make sure everything was covered and let it cure overnight.  That was several uses ago and the saw is one happy machine, and so am I.  A big thanks to Rocky for the tip, and something for others to keep in mind if you have troublesome electrical connections or a nicked, frayed, etc. wire.