[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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