Starting issues on deuce!

[DEVILDOC]

Checked all the connections......"..If batteries turn out to be no good what is a good replacement. thanks you guys for the help.

 

[gimpyrobb]

Get 2 of the same batterys(date stamp). Get the largest that will fit in the batt box. I have used Costco batts with good results, and interstate too.

 

[Jeff Nelson]

As a side note... There is a product called "Copper Shield" that I use on battery and cable connections. It's almost like a semi-liquid copper. I've not had any corrosion problems on my connections but you do need to be careful with the stuff. If you're not careful, you will have it everywhere. Just a small dab does wonders.

 

[pctrans]

I use NAPA 7534's as repalcements. BTW, nice looking truck. But your fuel can is backwards.

 

[Clay James]

I'm having a similar issue. I think I've traced it to the wire going to the relay. It's got some cracks in the insulation so I have a feeling the wire may have corroded. It seems to start easier when I wiggle the wire around. I cleaned the connections, had brand new batteries, rebuilt the starter solenoid, replaced the relay, and same clicking. I'm going to splice in a new wire and see if that takes care of it. Try checking that on your truck.

 

[ABN173]

I just had the same issue. Batteries can read good but still be bad. You want the battery to read 12.6v 12.4 or less can mean you only at 50% charge. I pulled both of mine and had a auto part store test them one needed to be slow charged the other was bad. I could only find one 6tl battery to replace it. Everything is good now.

 

[gimpyrobb]

Just the voltage isn't a real good way to tell. You need a carbon pile load tester.

 

[ABN173]

Just the voltage isn't a real good way to tell. You need a carbon pile load tester.

Yes, that was what I was getting at. Some think a reading of 12v on a 12v battery means it is good. This is not true at all. Get em tested!

 

[DEVILDOC]

Found the problem.............BAD BATTERIES.........the good news the seller that I bought it from 3 months ago replaced them FREE of charge . Great Guy!
Told him to find me a Gun Ring and a trailer.

 

[two.fiveM35]

 

[DieselBob]

Found the problem.............BAD BATTERIES.........the good news the seller that I bought it from 3 months ago replaced them FREE of charge . Great Guy!
Told him to find me a Gun Ring and a trailer.

Glad to hear you found the issue and sounds like you are dealing with a real standup person.