Harry - I have checked for compression and it seems ok, the engine turns over well and the oil in the crankcase looks good. I will check the starter-generator, however, it is one of the locations the new wiring harness is not connected. I am going to study the wiring diagrams on the forum and hook it up correctly, throw a battery in it and see if it will turn over. This tractor was part of a "package deal" I bought, and I knew when I bought it, it was not running, but was in fairly good shape. I also got a really nice 1650, QA42A Thrower, 42" hydro angle blade, #1 tiller (no extensions) a 50A for the 1650, 38 for the 127 and some other parts. The plans for the 127 is to replace a basket case MTD at the Mother-In-Laws. So it should be a fun project if nothing serious is wrong with it. If there is something serious, then we will cross that bridge when we get to it. I think it just needs a little time and love.... it will be fun to learn the narrow frame hydros.... since this one is the "odd man out"... I will keep y'all posted as to what I find.