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Although this is my first post, this site has been invaluable to maintaining and upgrading my trusty CUCV since I got it over a year ago. Thanks!
I just installed a new starter yesterday after the original one wore out. I got the new one from an outfit on ebay called DB Electrical. The truck started up great the first few times. But then when I was out late last night, went to start it for the trip home, solenoid clicks, no motor. Had to tow it home.
After several hours of trying to puzzle out what I done wrong, a buddy just tapped on the starter with a wrench. Started right up.
Now I have heard of doing this with an OLD or WORN OUT starter to get it going, but this one is brand new! Is this an issue with a new starter "wearing in," or is the thing just bad? Anyone have this happen with a new starter?
Thanks for any input you may have!
I just installed a new starter yesterday after the original one wore out. I got the new one from an outfit on ebay called DB Electrical. The truck started up great the first few times. But then when I was out late last night, went to start it for the trip home, solenoid clicks, no motor. Had to tow it home.
After several hours of trying to puzzle out what I done wrong, a buddy just tapped on the starter with a wrench. Started right up.
Now I have heard of doing this with an OLD or WORN OUT starter to get it going, but this one is brand new! Is this an issue with a new starter "wearing in," or is the thing just bad? Anyone have this happen with a new starter?
Thanks for any input you may have!