[Spridgets] turn the key, and - click!

derf derf247 at gmail.com
Thu Sep 21 21:34:37 MDT 2017


Check wiring and grounds.  Battery voltage should not drop very far when
cranking.

On Thu, Sep 21, 2017 at 10:12 PM, Steven Michelsen via Spridgets <
spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:

> It's been an awful long time since I've posted, and even longer since my
> (formerly) reliable 1500 Midget has given me any trouble at all.  But now I
> have a small challenge...
>
> The other day I tried to start it for the first time in many months, using
> a brand new battery.  First, it cranked and cranked, slowing down as it
> tried to start.  Next time - nothing.  Just a solid CLICK.  I mistakenly
> took this to mean that I needed a new solenoid, which I bought and
> installed.  That wasn't the answer.  I turn the key and get a solid CLICK.
> The battery is still good - lights and such work fine.
>
> My question is, what's the next step to diagnose this?
>
> Thanks,
> Steve
> 1978 Midget
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