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> Starter Solenoid or both?, Any Suggestions…
jesiv
post Apr 13 2008, 11:58 AM
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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)

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Mark Henry
post Apr 15 2008, 03:57 PM
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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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post Apr 15 2008, 04:59 PM
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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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