Starter Problem

[tlamos]

Sometimes when I go to start my engine the drive will go up to flywheel and spin the engine a very little but then will drop back down.I then have to keep bumping the starter to get it to spin the engine. This only happens once in awhile.I took the starter off and brought it to a starter shop and they told me everything is working fine,they told me I might have a weak solonoid, I installed a new one but I still have the same problem. Anybody have any idea what I can try. Thanks for any HELP My Motor is a 1986 115 inline

 

[MH Hawker]

Re: Starter Problem

The only thing I can think of would be to take apart each power connection and polished each one no matter how good it looks and I am sure you have all ready done this.

 

[Barnacle_Bill]

Re: Starter Problem

Probably 95% of all starter problems is electrical. Is the battery fully charged? Check all your connections. They must be very clean and tight. Check the lugs very closely for any signs of corrosion. They can corrode inside where you can't see it and cause the problem you are having. If you know how to do a voltage drop test you could check them that way. Another way would be to temporally substitute the cables with jumper cables. If all the cables have been confirmed good, try jumping the starter solenoid. Just because it clicks does NOT mean its good. If you are sure the solenoid is good have your battery load tested, regardless of age. This brings you to the starter itself. Remove it and have it tested by your local auto electric shop. They can rebuild it for you if needed and save you some money. Let us know how you make out.