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ONAN generator makes clicking when running?

qchunter
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First post but been reading post here for a long time now, great knowledge on the site.

I was exercising the generator while installing vent covers on the roof. Kids were in the camper with the AC and radio on. While on the roof I started hearing a clicking from the generator. It seemed like it was sporadic, click several times in a row and then stop for a bit. Then it would do it again but only a couple times then stop. When I looked at the generator I didn't see anything sparking or odd.

Has anyone seen this before?

Thanks
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Dakota98
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My DW clicks while running also, been going on ever since she got Dentures.
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coolbreeze01
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Mine started clicking just before it ran out of gas.
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beemerphile1
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My generator has a mechanical counter (hour meter) that clicks when operating. It clicks at regular intervals though, not sporadic like yours.
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qchunter
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I forgot to give generator info.

Its an ONAN 4000. About 14hrs on it.
2014 Iconic 2415AKG - 30' Toyhauler
2005 GMC 2500 Duramax