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Old 06-02-2008, 07:58 PM   #6
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Default Re: Starting problem

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Originally Posted by 1986g3a View Post
Have you tried hitting the starter with a hammer while pressing the pedal. Sounds funny, I know but it is a trick an old mexican guy i work with taught me. I deal with gas rentals and when I have to go pick up a rental that has died I first check the battery and then I try beating on the starter. This has worked on numerous occasions. Dont be scared to hit with some force, little baby taps will not do the trick.
Are you really telling this guy to "beat on the starter" to fix his problem ? Do you know what a volt meter is ? Do you know the diffearnce between a "solenoid" and a starter/generator ? "1986G3a"..Good luck on your problem ! Dave
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