Charging problem solved/now starting problem
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Charging problem solved/now starting problem
Charging problem solved. If I drive my truck for 15 minutes it starts fine. Drive for 40 minutes or so and it cranks slow and will not start. Let it sit for an hour and it starts right up. Had starter checked 2 weeks ago on truck and it tested fine. I did have a couple times were all it did was click but turn key again and it starts fine. Is the starter going out it is less than a year old. Should I bring it into auto parts store agan and have it tested. Anything else to look at? Charging system still works good. Hate to get another starter if it won't fix the problem. Thanks.
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Sounds like a heat soak issue - either electrically induced or mechanically induced.
For the latter, I'd start with simply loosening the starter bolts and re-seating the starter. The built-up heat will cause metal to expand thereby binding the starter. I'd also check to see if there is a difference in effort between manually rotating the engine when it's hot and when it's cold.
Electrically induced.. have you tried replacing the starter cable? There could be alot of resistance in the wiring - again, a difference between hot and cold states. Plus corrosion will sometimes wick up the cable and not be readily visible.
For the latter, I'd start with simply loosening the starter bolts and re-seating the starter. The built-up heat will cause metal to expand thereby binding the starter. I'd also check to see if there is a difference in effort between manually rotating the engine when it's hot and when it's cold.
Electrically induced.. have you tried replacing the starter cable? There could be alot of resistance in the wiring - again, a difference between hot and cold states. Plus corrosion will sometimes wick up the cable and not be readily visible.
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Sounds like a heat soak issue - either electrically induced or mechanically induced.
For the latter, I'd start with simply loosening the starter bolts and re-seating the starter. The built-up heat will cause metal to expand thereby binding the starter. I'd also check to see if there is a difference in effort between manually rotating the engine when it's hot and when it's cold.
Electrically induced.. have you tried replacing the starter cable? There could be alot of resistance in the wiring - again, a difference between hot and cold states. Plus corrosion will sometimes wick up the cable and not be readily visible.
For the latter, I'd start with simply loosening the starter bolts and re-seating the starter. The built-up heat will cause metal to expand thereby binding the starter. I'd also check to see if there is a difference in effort between manually rotating the engine when it's hot and when it's cold.
Electrically induced.. have you tried replacing the starter cable? There could be alot of resistance in the wiring - again, a difference between hot and cold states. Plus corrosion will sometimes wick up the cable and not be readily visible.
when I had another problem (Did not fix problem) still have the other one and better quality, think I will switch those out too. Not sure if it will help but worth a shot. Thanks
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Sorry for coming late to the party but just joined.
First, most parts stores do not have a clue as to how to properly check a starter or alternator on the bench much less on the vehicle. There are of course a few exceptions. If still having a problem, search out an electrical rebuilder that also does installation, they should if they are worth half their salt be able to check it out properly.
You have new cables, but what size is the cable? Depending on engine displacement, the typical parts store cable could be woefully inadequate.
HIO Silver has given excelllent advice and hopefully the problem has by now been solved.
First, most parts stores do not have a clue as to how to properly check a starter or alternator on the bench much less on the vehicle. There are of course a few exceptions. If still having a problem, search out an electrical rebuilder that also does installation, they should if they are worth half their salt be able to check it out properly.
You have new cables, but what size is the cable? Depending on engine displacement, the typical parts store cable could be woefully inadequate.
HIO Silver has given excelllent advice and hopefully the problem has by now been solved.
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Sorry for coming late to the party but just joined.
First, most parts stores do not have a clue as to how to properly check a starter or alternator on the bench much less on the vehicle. There are of course a few exceptions. If still having a problem, search out an electrical rebuilder that also does installation, they should if they are worth half their salt be able to check it out properly.
You have new cables, but what size is the cable? Depending on engine displacement, the typical parts store cable could be woefully inadequate.
HIO Silver has given excelllent advice and hopefully the problem has by now been solved.
First, most parts stores do not have a clue as to how to properly check a starter or alternator on the bench much less on the vehicle. There are of course a few exceptions. If still having a problem, search out an electrical rebuilder that also does installation, they should if they are worth half their salt be able to check it out properly.
You have new cables, but what size is the cable? Depending on engine displacement, the typical parts store cable could be woefully inadequate.
HIO Silver has given excelllent advice and hopefully the problem has by now been solved.
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