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June 5, 2018 at 12:57 am
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quote Calan:
Hello;
Weighing in from the peanut gallery….
First of all, that sure is a pretty box! I’d guess it hasn’t been left out in the weather like all the ones I’ve had.
Second; there’s a lot of experience and expertise on this board. Listen to them before me.
Last; if all else fails, have your battery tested under load, (and most auto parts stores will test them for free). I’ve seen batteries that are all charged up, and show 12.9 volts, but have a burned cell and won’t turn the motor over. Every time I’ve had a solenoid clicking as you describe, it’s been the battery.
Best of luck; please let us know what the solution turns out to be.
Happy motoring;
Alan
Weighing in from the peanut gallery….
First of all, that sure is a pretty box! I’d guess it hasn’t been left out in the weather like all the ones I’ve had.
Second; there’s a lot of experience and expertise on this board. Listen to them before me.
Last; if all else fails, have your battery tested under load, (and most auto parts stores will test them for free). I’ve seen batteries that are all charged up, and show 12.9 volts, but have a burned cell and won’t turn the motor over. Every time I’ve had a solenoid clicking as you describe, it’s been the battery.
Best of luck; please let us know what the solution turns out to be.
Happy motoring;
Alan
I agree Alan, how could such a nice looking junction box not work properly! And yes, you are right again, just cuz a battery shows 12.5 volts, doesn’t mean it can develop enough current to run a solenoid and starter motor. A load test and cell check is always where to begin…We always get bitten when we overlook the basics…