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Posted by: raw1298 May 7 2013, 08:22 AM

I have been starting my car and driving in and out of the garage for about two years with no problems. Now I turn the key and nothing. Could the starter just quit like that? I have a battery tender on it so there is plenty of juice. Any ideas?

Posted by: 7TPorsh May 7 2013, 08:46 AM

fuses?

Posted by: xperu May 7 2013, 09:01 AM

QUOTE(raw1298 @ May 7 2013, 09:22 AM)

I have been starting my car and driving in and out of the garage for about two years with no problems. Now I turn the key and nothing. Could the starter just quit like that? I have a battery tender on it so there is plenty of juice. Any ideas?

Check all your grounding points and clean them. Mike

Posted by: raw1298 May 7 2013, 09:05 AM

I'll check that again. The solenoid clicks one time, and itislike the starter won't turn.

Posted by: ericoneal May 7 2013, 09:18 AM

i had this exact problem last month. Have a look at this thread, maybe it will help...

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=208411&hl=

Turns out there was a relay on there that was fried. Since I bypassed that, my car has been starting better than ever. Do the screwdriver trick to see if your started is still good.

Posted by: raw1298 May 7 2013, 09:29 AM

I have one of those relays on mine. I will check that out. Thanks for the info.

Posted by: rgolia May 7 2013, 11:34 AM

How about the seat belt bypass wire under the passenger seat.

Posted by: SirAndy May 7 2013, 11:38 AM

QUOTE(raw1298 @ May 7 2013, 08:29 AM)

I have one of those relays on mine. I will check that out.

Since those relays are usually added as a band-aid for a failing starter, even if it turns out to be the relay, you might want to look into getting a new or refurbished starter.

Posted by: 7TPorsh May 7 2013, 11:39 AM

does the car bump start and run?

Posted by: raw1298 May 7 2013, 03:45 PM

QUOTE(SirAndy @ May 7 2013, 10:38 AM)

QUOTE(raw1298 @ May 7 2013, 08:29 AM)

I have one of those relays on mine. I will check that out.

Since those relays are usually added as a band-aid for a failing starter, even if it turns out to be the relay, you might want to look into getting a new or refurbished starter.

I will most likely replace the starter before I put it on the road, so I might as well do it now. Any recomendations on where to get one?

Posted by: The Cabinetmaker May 8 2013, 08:47 AM

Anywhere but your flaps. Mexican rebuilt crap!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I take all my starters and alternators to a local independent rebuilder. Search for one in your area.

Posted by: Jon H. May 8 2013, 01:48 PM

Give your battery terminals a little twist by hand and see it starts. If does then clean your terminals.

Jon

Posted by: The Cabinetmaker May 8 2013, 04:12 PM

QUOTE(Jon H. @ May 8 2013, 02:48 PM)

Give your battery terminals a little twist by hand and see it starts. If does then clean your terminals.

Jon

Then tighten it, cause it shouldn't move.

Posted by: raw1298 May 8 2013, 09:32 PM

Terminals are very clean. I am assuming it is a combination of relay and bad starter. The gear connects with flywheel but starter motor won't turn. Will have to wait until Saturday to check further.

Posted by: raw1298 May 8 2013, 09:36 PM

Thanks for all the help!!

Posted by: raw1298 May 19 2013, 01:41 PM

Found time today to get under the car and check it out. I had a bad connector on the solenoid. Crimped on a new one and it fired on first try like before. Now to finish this project!!

Posted by: Rand May 19 2013, 02:14 PM

QUOTE(raw1298 @ May 19 2013, 12:41 PM)