[Spridgets] turn the key, and - click!

[Rick Fisk]

First thing I would do is remove and clean both ends of both battery cables.  Then reinstall securely.  Battery cables can develop corrosion between the cable and mounting point even though they appear to be tight.

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> On Sep 21, 2017, at 11:34 PM, derf via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
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> Check wiring and grounds.  Battery voltage should not drop very far when cranking.  
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>> On Thu, Sep 21, 2017 at 10:12 PM, Steven Michelsen via Spridgets <spridgets at autox.team.net> wrote:
>> It's been an awful long time since I've posted, and even longer since my (formerly) reliable 1500 Midget has given me any trouble at all.  But now I have a small challenge...
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>> The other day I tried to start it for the first time in many months, using a brand new battery.  First, it cranked and cranked, slowing down as it tried to start.  Next time - nothing.  Just a solid CLICK.  I mistakenly took this to mean that I needed a new solenoid, which I bought and installed.  That wasn't the answer.  I turn the key and get a solid CLICK.  The battery is still good - lights and such work fine.
>> 
>> My question is, what's the next step to diagnose this?
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> Steve
>> 1978 Midget
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