I think i've read almost every post regarding bad starts but I still can't pin this problem down. Firts off, I just got my 90sc (manual) back from an engine rebuild. When I try and start it, the starter works and turns the motor over every time, but it does it slowly and makes the typical "your battery is dead" werrrwerrrwerrr starting sound. I just replaced the battery w/ a red top and it's no better. It will fire up about 1/2 the times I try to start it (still cranks slowly though). The other half the starter turns and the engine turns slowly over, but no fire. I arc'd the starter relay (between the 2 big bolts) on the fender wall and the starter engaged (still slowly and fires 1/2 the time as before). I also applied direct 12v from the battery to the relay lead going to the starter and the little ignition switch terminal on the relay. Both times, same result as before. I took it down to kragen and they hooked up their tester to it and I ran through the rev/idle/rev testing procedure w/ it hooked up. The guy told me my battery and starter were fine. Could it really test the starter w/ it on the car? I first thought cam sensor and replaced that tonight, but it did not help. Also, My lights (interior/ stereo) dim a little (not really too noticable) when starting. If I start w/ my headlight on, the headlight dim a lot. The upshift light is on sometimes while it tries to start and othertimes not (not sure if this is normal). The car runs perfect once it starts up. The crank sensor was replaced about 5k miles before it went to the shop, not sure if that's the cause. I'm going to get under it tonight and try to check all the starter side connections. Can I abble direct 12v from a jumper to the starter to test for a connection problem?
I know u guys are the best and will figure this one out too.
Thanks,
Kyle
I know u guys are the best and will figure this one out too.
Thanks,
Kyle