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Starting Woes

Posted: 8/11/03 8:23am Message 1 of 3
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Wichita Falls, TX - USA
Joined: 2/22/2003
Posts: 8
Vette(s): 1973 Corvette Coup
Greetings!

I have run into an issue with my 1973 model that I was hoping I could run past you folks for a bit of guidance.

Sometimes after driving my vette for an indefinate period of time and then killing the engine I cannot get the car to start again. After having shutoff the ignition I turn the key and nothing happens. It doesnt even click like it would with a weak battery. After a short period of time though, the car will then start when the key is turned.

Could this be a heat issue with the starter? I has just recently started to happen.

Thank you for your time and any pointers that you can give.

Jim


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Starting Woes

Posted: 8/11/03 8:58am Message 2 of 3
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HOUSTON, TX - USA
Joined: 11/15/2002
Posts: 296
Vette(s): 1976 L-48 coupe
I fought this same problem for a long time. First I thought it was the starter solenoid and changed it out. No change. I figured it must a heat issue from the exhaust. I installed a heat shield for the starter and solenoid. No change. Finally I changed the starter motor itself and 'bingo' no more problems. I kept the heat shield in place.
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Starting Woes

Posted: 8/11/03 6:16pm Message 3 of 3
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RIDGEFIELD, CT - USA
Joined: 6/27/2002
Posts: 262
Vette(s): '71 454 Coupe, Auto, Ontario Orange/Black
I also had this exact issue last year. Dead cold was no problem -- it would only do it after I had the engine pretty hot. After a few weeks of inconsistent "warm" starts, my starter just completely gave out. The problem totally disappeared as soon as I had the new starter put in. I'd plan on that repair sometime soon if I were you! |rollysmile|
PS - I'd recommend dealing with it before you get stuck somewhere & need a flatbed (like I did). Kind of increases the "moneypit" contribution!

|UPDATED|8/11/2003 6:16:35 PM|/UPDATED|



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