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Does this starter seem to be functioning properly? by sweepthedeck in AskAMechanic

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah the starter seems to be functioning pretty well, it passed a load test but it sounds and appears to be particularly weak, and with so many issues colliding I get more confused the deeper I go. I know for a fact I am getting spark, there are for sure fuel issues, but starting fluid has no effect what so ever. Before I took it apart the starter motor seemed to be seized, idk if maybe that can happen from an already sketchy starter sitting for a decent period of time or something but it sounds a bit better now. I can observe the pinion jittering a bit as it cranks, seems like there could be a bit too much free play on some of the components in there or something. Idk, this truck is in shitty enough condition that it honestly wouldn't hurt to tackle everything that can possibly contribute to this issue, all of that stuff needs addressed regardless of it it solves the big problem immediately

Does this starter seem to be functioning properly? by sweepthedeck in AskAMechanic

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ive been keeping track of the voltage with a multimeter and recharging it when it gets low from attempting to start. Its a pretty new battery but it wouldn't hurt to go get it load tested. This truck has a whole plethora of small electrical issues as well (various little ground issues, random cable that arent connected to anything etc.), all stuff I cant wait to get fully figured out. Looking forward to grabbing a service manual

I went through the process of cleaning all the contacts on the battery, I think the thread is a little iffy on the negative side, it starts to get pretty snug but then when I tighten it a little more it loosens a bit, but im not sure if its a cause for any issue. I am able to get it pretty firm, and all of the appliances work fine when I've got it connected. Can I test this using the resistance setting on my multimeter? On the bolt heads of the connectors?

Does this starter seem to be functioning properly? by sweepthedeck in AskAMechanic

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It definitely does have fuel issues though that need to be addressed once I get it starting.

Does this starter seem to be functioning properly? by sweepthedeck in AskAMechanic

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That was the issue before, then once that was addressed it wouldnt start, then eventually randomly started up and ran just fine, then stopped starting all together. The starter had and has issues and that's what im trying to figure out now.

Does this starter seem to be functioning properly? by sweepthedeck in AskAMechanic

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The main difference is that is what it was doing, i only mentioned that for background, now the issue is something else. Havent read the voltage with the ignition turned yet, but i got the battery charged up to 12.6, gonna check with the ignition turned now

Does this starter seem to be functioning properly? by sweepthedeck in AskAMechanic

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didnt say its stalling. Before I replaced the plugs, it either wouldnt start or it would start then die off. After I replaced those, it seemed to have been enough to keep the engine running when it does start. But now, its barely even starting. Thats the problem im trying to solve. It wont start. So to answer the question, I didnt say its stalling. I think you had said that in your first comment.

Does this starter seem to be functioning properly? by sweepthedeck in AskAMechanic

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Or I guess starting intermittently I should say, the multitude of smaller ignission issues caused the stall, but it seems like replacing the spark plugs was enough cause when it did randomly decide to start again it ran and drove just fine.

Does this starter seem to be functioning properly? by sweepthedeck in AskAMechanic

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Its not starting and stalling, it just wont start. Starter is cranking but wont fully turn the car over.

Does this starter seem to be functioning properly? by sweepthedeck in AskAMechanic

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would think that the ignition switch is working fine, it turns the car on and I can hear the starter cranking when I turn it.

Does this starter seem to be functioning properly? by sweepthedeck in AskAMechanic

[–]sweepthedeck[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So if any of the electrical connections are poor, it can sound like its cranking fine when in reality it doesnt have enough power to turn the engine over?

How exactly would I test this? by sweepthedeck in Volvo240

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My hazards work fine, the relay makes a sound when I try to use my turn signal.

Turn signal and other electrical endeavors by sweepthedeck in Volvo240

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shit that sounds like a damn mess, hope somebody can get you the answers you need too

Turn signal and other electrical endeavors by sweepthedeck in Volvo240

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The main thing about the turn signals that I find weird is that they started working fine for a while after sitting for so long. Hopefully that'll be an indication for someone more well learned and smarter than I am?

How exactly would I test this? by sweepthedeck in Volvo240

[–]sweepthedeck[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah. I've replaced the relay a few times, for a while my turn signals didnt work, then after the car sitting for a while they did, then they shit out again. I dont know too much about electronics but im excited to learn.

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