[TR] TR6 ammeter peg/starter

[Rick Patton]

Hi,
                  
Just a guess but since the current to the starter doesn't normally pass 
thru the ammeter I'd say you have a bad battery cable or connection. The 
starter is drawing a huge amount of power and the path thru the ammeter 
is easier than thru the battery cable. Just cleaning all the battery 
cable connections, including grounds, may take care of it.

Rick Patton
http://pattonmachine.com/
75 TR6sci
74 TVR 2500M

                
Bob wrote:
> Hello List,
> On occasion my car pegs the ammeter to discharge side when starting.
> The car always starts OK and meter might require a tap to free it.
> Not good for the meter! Is there a common fix for this? I suspect solenoid.
> I am thinking it's best to replace the starter with a modern one and keep
> original.
> Then there is the question which of the big 3 has the best choice for a
> starter?
> All opinions appreciated.
> Thank you.
> Regards,
> Bob