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Well I think my starter, solenoid or both is/are going bad. Meaning after a long… hot… ride, it just won’t start just buzzes like a solenoid. After it cools down it starts right up (about two beers). (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer3.gif)
On my old 289 Cobra jet, I just raised the hood and whacked it with a hammer – worked every time. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smash.gif) Should I replace the solenoid, get a new starter, or just bring more beer. If I get a new starter any recommendations on what type should I get? I have heard about more HP starters, smaller, stock, etc (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) Regards, James |
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that's what I do! ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Members Posts: 20,065 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Port Hope, Ontario Member No.: 26 Region Association: Canada ![]() |
I can tell you why the high torque starter always works.....
Same reason the Ford solenoid works, it requires less volts to kick the plunger than a stock bosch solenoid. The Ford solenoid at $12 (say $20 max with wire, etc) is a bit cheaper though. |
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I've been using a small Bosch cube relay for years and years, no problems since installing it. The solenoid trigger doesn't take a ton of current to click, but it does need voltage. The hot start relay makes sure the solenoid sees the most voltage at all times.
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