Bad starter or cylinder problem?

[wwerdell]

I have a 1994 88 SPL. When I try to crank it over it will turn the first time but if it doesn't start that first time I have to wait a few minutes before I can get it to crank again. If I take the spark plugs out it cranks without a problem so I am not sure if I have a compression problem (too much) or if the starter is bad.

Any Ideas? I did have the battery load tested and it is fine.

 

[Borchik]

Re: Bad starter or cylinder problem?

Check all the connections from the battery to the motor, solenoid and starter. maker sure they are clean and tight. could be a starter issue, the only proper way is to do a draw test on it while trying to start it.

 

[wwerdell]

Re: Bad starter or cylinder problem?

Thanks for the reply. I did check and clean all the connections and make sure they are nice and tight. I am sure I don't have the tools to do a draw test but it sounds like a pretty simple test I can have done by a mechanic.

I am also in the process of trying to change the thermostats because the starboard side cylinders are running hot. After pulling the valve cover off that side like the manual indicates, I have discovered that the thermostats are actually between the cylinders down low. It appears that I have to take the lower case off to get to the bolts but I can't see where or how the case is removed.

Any help on this would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Al-53]

Re: Bad starter or cylinder problem?

Also make sure your battery is up to par....charge it good and then have it load tested at a auto parts store its free....even if the battery is new have it done....see the discharge rate under load....

Al

 

[wwerdell]

Re: Bad starter or cylinder problem?

Thanks,

I had the battery load tested first because I thought that may have been the problem the way it was cranking but it tested great.