Could be corroded battery cables and or grounding straps.
Rich Reul
1951 3604
Dixon, IL
rreul@cin.net
----- Original Message -----
From: "tcape" <tcape@weblnk.net>
To: "Oletrucks" <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, September 19, 2000 2:46 PM
Subject: [oletrucks] Problem Starting my '47
> Weather here was beautiful today (mid-70s), so I took my '47 out for a
spin.
> Stopped at the grocery store, and when I returned to my truck, it wouldn't
> start. Acted like the battery was run down. Nothing but a low, slow
growl
> when I hit the starter. I pushed it off and it ran great.....as always.
> ('56 235 engine.) I only left it sitting for about 20 minutes, and I know
> the ignition was turned off. Now it cranks great, even after sitting for
an
> hour or more. The same thing happened to me about a year and a half ago,
> but hasn't happened again until today. Any idea what might be causing
this?
> Battery seems to be fine. Can't find any wires that look suspicious. Any
> suggestions??
> Thanks!
> Tom Caperton
> 47-2nd 3100....in Whiteville, NC
>
>
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