Ground strap definately not the problem. I have two. One is the original that
is connected from one of the clutch slave mounting bolts and the other is an
additional strap connected from inner motor mount bolt to outer mounting bolt on
the other side of the rubber. Peter's solution sounds like it's worth a try,
and
cheap too.
Mike MacLean Supercharged 60 Sprite
Ajhsys@aol.com wrote:
> In a message dated 10/8/01 12:22:10 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
> nosimport@mailbag.com writes:
>
> > Best to pull the starter. Look at the drive end and ensure it
> > isn't crudded up (technical term). The drive should spin quite freely.
> > Lubricate with white grease or thin oil. Also, low battery voltage will not
> > enable enough spinning torque to drive the drive so you might walk the
> > walk. Clean the terminals, both ground points and battery connection. While
> > the starter is out, peer into the hole and have a peek at the ring gear
> > teeth. Usually the problem is just a hanging-up pinion gear and cleaning
> > will suffice.
> >
>
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>
> While you are doing all this, don't forget to check the ground strap from the
> engine block to the frame. Many people overlook this, but if the electrons
> can't get back to the battery, they have to find another, usually less
> efficient, route. I have never bought a used British car that didn't have a
> missing, defective or loose ground strap!
>
> Allen Hefner
> SCCA Philly Region Rally Steward
> '77 Midget
> '92 Mitsubishi Expo LRV Sport
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