HOUSTON , WE HAVE LIFTOFF <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> i'm very happy to report the problem is fixed. i got the new power transistor in mail from jerry lemond today, installed it and she fired right up. what a bugger to get that thing out, and the new one back in. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/zombie.gif" alt="" /> if you ever have to do this job , have patience. it's really weird how it went on me, but it did none the less. i was quite discouraged after a couple weeks of no progress. i know most of the regulars here know this, but for those who dont, jerry lemond "IS" "THE MAN" <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />. i would have never figured this out if it was not for him, both walking me thru troubleshooting on phone and sending me the part i needed next day mail. he's a helluva nice guy and would recomend him to everyone. jerry thanks again. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" />