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Old 12-12-2013, 11:55 AM   #9
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Default Re: Starting problem

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Originally Posted by Tom Goldman View Post
Like Joe said ,check voltage at the S terminal for drop.
Also dont rule out the starter relay itself.
I've had a hot start problem ,and the volt drop across the solenoid was 3 volts when it got hot ! .
I cut it open to see what the problem and was shocked by how cheap it was .
This was an Echlin, but it was made in China.
I now use a AMETEK /Prestolite metal case solenoid with silver contacts.
The p/n is 15-108 , it can sustain 200 amps continuous ,and 600 amps intermittent.
the photo shows what most Chinese relays look like inside , pretty poorly built for our applications.
Tom, can you tell me where you find the AMETEK./ Prestolite metal case solenoids?
I have tried a coupe of the major chain Auto Parts houses and they are not able to find it.
I started to send this in a PM but thought others might want to know the answer also if you answered it in the forums.
Thanks
Rick Cates
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