[Spridgets] turn the key, and - click!

[CosmicMag1380]

In addition to the other good advice, I would start by charging the new
battery first. You should charge a new one to capacity prior to "flashing"
it for the first time. All that means is start with a completely charged
battery before putting a heavy load on it. Since you have already cranked
it until it slowed down, it probably did not have a full charge right off
the shelf.

Also check to see if the starter pinion is stuck in the ring gear. It may
not have retracted after the final cranking attempt. That would cause a
clicking sound... Just put the car in neutral and turn the engine by hand
to see if it is stuck.

Kent

On Thu, Sep 21, 2017 at 11:12 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...
>
> 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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Kent
1960 Bugeye
1983 Garage full of spridget parts!
2010 Arrow shed full of excess spridget parts!!!
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