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Old Oct 9, 2014 | 07:27 AM
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'85 Bronco starting problems

Hello, I am new to this section of the forums. I have an 85 Bronco, 351/auto. I jump in Saturday and it won't start. I haven't had any problems before. I charge the battery and try again. Still won't start. I clean the cables and check to make sure everything is attached good, still won't start. The solenoid is making a crackling sound and the starter isn't doing anything. I change the solenoid. Still won't start. I change the starter. Still the only thing that is happening is the solenoid is making the same sound. Any ideas where to look next for the problem? Thanks
 
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About 95% of all electrical problems are ground related. Remove clean and tighten All ground straps,cables etc.
 
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