You might try cleaning the connection at the starter solenoid. I had the
cable from the battery get a little corroded, and it wouldn't let it turn
over.
Doug
'69
----- Original Message -----
From: "Phil Beckman" <phil@opentext.com>
To: "'6-Pack'" <6pack@autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, September 13, 2003 11:12 AM
Subject: Do I need a new starter?
> I'm having a problem with the starter on my 73 TR6. Of late, any time
> the car sits for a day or more, I have to whack the starter with a
> wrench a few times before it will operate. The wrench whacking has yet
> to fail to wake up my starter but, its rather annoying. I replaced the
> solenoid thinking perhaps there was a dead spot in the solenoid but that
> didn't help. While replacing the solenoid I checked all the wiring to
> make certain I didn't have a loose connection but that doesn't appear to
> be the problem either.
>
> So, what's next? Do I need to shell out the $$$ for a new starter?
>
> Thanks
>
> Phil Beckman
> 73 TR6
> Libertyville, IL
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