[apex944]

LOL ok I like that doc. will definitely read it over.
OK you guys have been extremely helpful. Thank you.

The reason I started me looking at all the wiring was that the PTO clutch has died. And judging from the look of the electrical connector I'd say it was drawing a lot of current.

How would I go about determining if a Cub Cadet PTO will fit on this Briggs output shaft? I dont see any part #s on the PTO. Might have to ruin my Monday and tear it apart ;(

PS - still haven't seen anything that looks like a Rectifier. So I'm thinking this has none.