starter problem

[schnell540]

Lots of juice from the battery; turn key, get a click but car won't turn over -- not even a weak grind. Solenoid, correct? Do I have to put in a whole new starter for that?

 

[decoupe]

Don't leave home without a broom stick to whack the solenoid.

My job tomorrow is to remove mine for rebuild or replacement. Think I will remove the dual 38/38 carbs/manifolds as a unit (I hope) to have a better shot at the bolts.

Good luck

 

[Bill Riblett]

The very first thing you want to do is very carefully check that all the battery cable connections are clean and tight.

Years ago, I kept replacing parts: battery, then starter (not fun even in a carb car) even cables. Finally had to put in a second ground cable from the battery to the engine block.

Last week, I finally solved the erratic starting problem I have been having in my Dodge Van by cleaning and tightening both ends of the battery ground cable, even though all looked clean and was tight to start with.

 

[Tom M]

You can get all the bits to repair the starter from your local Bosch dealer. All you need is the Bosch P/N of the starter.
However, the problem you describe is much more likely to be a poor connection in the high current path. Before you go to the trouble of removing the starter, get your test light out and troubleshoot the problem.

 

[cpeavey]

I agree - check the electrical connections. I had intermittent starter failures recently that I cured by replacing both of the smaller wires to the starter (not the one from the battery). On my '74 there's a little piece of the wiring harness that includes those two wires plus the oil pressure sensor lead, covered in vinyl sheath. They were all pretty crispy from age & heat. I replaced all three wires and the spade connectors on both ends. No more problems.

Charlie Peavey

 

[schnell540]

New starter in today (e34 version) and the car starts right up.

Thanks for all the input!