Secondbestday
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- Feb 12, 2012
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When I turn the ignition key to start, the starter will click, pause (maybe 1-2 seconds) then turn the engine. It sounds like the solinoid fires, the starter gear engages, and ther starter motor just hangs momentarily before spinning. Initially, I released the key and tried again. Then I discovered I just hold the key in the start position and the starter motor spins up. Other times, especially when warm, the starter spins immediately. Is this a symptom of a failing starter motor? If I am advised to get a new starter motor, would the affordable one from RareElectrical on eBay be a reasonable candidate? $60 seems a good price given the alternatives. I have heard carrying a spare starter motor is not a stupid idea in any event.
Any and all advice is welcome.
Thanks,
Chris L
Any and all advice is welcome.
Thanks,
Chris L