Date:         Tue, 21 Oct 2003 06:33:39 -0400
Reply-To:     "Higginbotham, David A." <dhigginbotham@HAZENANDSAWYER.COM>
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From:         "Higginbotham, David A." <dhigginbotham@HAZENANDSAWYER.COM>
Subject:      Re: 82 won't crank was 82 won't start when hot
Comments: To: Simplstupd@aol.com
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That makes sense. I believe I can do that. Bentley suggests dropping the
right rear axle for access, is this a good idea? Also, and I hate
sounding like the total idiot that I am, how do I test for voltage?
 
Thanks,
David Higginbotham
82 Westfalia
Silk Hope, NC
 
-----Original Message-----
From: Simplstupd@aol.com [mailto:Simplstupd@aol.com] 
Sent: Monday, October 20, 2003 7:23 PM
To: Higginbotham, David A.
Subject: Re: 82 won't crank was 82 won't start when hot
 
A few things-and you will need a helper.
 
You need to find out if power(and how much) is getting to the solenoid
when you turn the key to the start position.  In theory, when you turn
the key it sends 12V directly to the solenoid which kicks over the
starter and voila you have a delightful sound.
 
If you are getting 12V to the solenoid, but no noise out of the starter,
replace the starter.  To verify the starter is bad, have it bench tested
at many FLAPS for free.
 
If you are only getting say 7 volts to the solenoid, you need to have
your battery load tested at a FLAPS then check your wiring for a weak
ground.
 
If you are getting 0 volts to the solenoid, and the battery is good, you
have a bad ignition switch.
 
Paul
'82 GL