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V
12-04-2012, 09:10 PM
Before my engine swap, the starter would act up. If sitting for a period of time(a few days), the starter would lock up. When id go to start it, id turn the key and only hear the solenoid click. Then after 4-10 attempts it would finally free up and spin, starting the car right away. After that initial start-up it would start normally the rest of the day.

Obviously i could change the starter but i was wondering if i could fix it some how. Any ideas? advice?

Lt1_8U
12-04-2012, 11:29 PM
The same thing happens to the vehicle my boss drives. Does it ever not get power to the starter? Meaning you hear nothing when turn the key.

z28camaro94
12-05-2012, 07:44 AM
Probably due to corrosion build up in the armature or stator. Sounds like its on its way out. You can try to take it apart and clean with CRC Lectra-motive, but if your gonna do all that, might as well throw in some new brushes. might not be worth the effort, but thats up to you