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Date:         Sat, 13 Feb 2010 17:45:26 -0500
Reply-To:     Greg Potts <greg@POTTSFAMILY.CA>
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From:         Greg Potts <greg@POTTSFAMILY.CA>
Subject:      Re: Starter Help!
Comments: To: Kevin Plichta <plichtakevin@HOTMAIL.COM>
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Hi Kevin,


That sounds like a weak solenoid to me.


The cheapest fix is to remove the starter and lubricate the solenoid.
That is something that should probably be done every 1-2 years on these
vehicles. Next cheapest option is to replace the solenoid.


Or you can replace the whole starter. Adding a relay to the starter
circuit would also be a good idea.


Kevin Plichta wrote:
> Not a problem.
> Well I added a remote switch. From the alternator to the solenoid gave it the best wacks that I would, it just humms.  I am not sure what that is telling me? Starter weak?
> Thanks
> Kevin




Happy Trails,


Greg Potts
Toronto, Ontario Canada
1973/74/79 Westfakia "Bob the Tomato"
1987 Wolfsburg Weekender Hardtop
www.busesofthecorn.com
www.pottsfamily.ca
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