[C38] Starting woes

[Joseph Launie]

my mechanic solved my starting problem by replacing the solenoid -all I 
know - I do not understand why engines work Joe

On 5/10/2011 8:49 AM, Pierre Patino wrote:
>
> Hello All
>
> My engine is difficult to start. It's the Universal Diesel 5424. I 
> believe it was somewhat rebuilt two or three years ago but I cannot 
> locate the records indicating exactly what was done. According to the 
> service manual, the symptoms indicate a possible starter problem 
> (assuming "bad engine" ain't the cause). Can anyone tell me about how 
> long it takes to replace the starter? I'm somewhat mechanically 
> inclined but no longer a gymnast.
>
> Among the symptoms in page 17 of the manual is "[Starter] Pole core 
> screw loose". It seems to me that this would preclude the starter from 
> turning at all, is this correct?
>
> By the way, the symptom is: Motor turns very slowly (about once per 
> second)  while starting and the cabin lights dim almost to darkness. 
> Brand new batteries too.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Cheers
>
>
>
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