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July 16, 2019 at 2:35 pm #178989
amuller
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    If I understand your question, the generators on those motors are only rated at about ten amps, but that is more than the gearbox solenoids need–maybe 1-2 amps. So yes, if the generator is working you should be able to engage forward or reverse gear.

    But if the generator is working and the motor is running the battery should not go dead. Is the scenario you are considering a run-down battery due to use of lights and electronics?