[jason867]

I think if your starter is sticking on, it backfeeds current to your solenoid and can burn it up, maybe the wiring too.

You can wire in a diode kit to prevent that.

 

[jason867]

Also, if you remove it, there is a tiny keyway (woodruff key) that keeps it in position. Its damn near impossible to buy one, you'll end up with a pack of 30....ask me how I know.

The shutoff lever on the side of the pump?

 

[jason867]

Shouldn't need to be removed.