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Hi Vern.
I have a 1979 Silver shadow 2 with low milage and it drives like a dream.When cold it starts first time.When hot it starts first time if started within 5mins or so but if left longer the engine turns over quite a few times before it fires up.Any ideas on how to rectify this.Many thanks.
Maurice.
Hi Maurice:
Your starter could be slowly going bad (if it's the original starter).
They last a long time and go bad very slowly. The first signs are usually over heating, which cause the bushings to shrink and create poor contact, which eventually will drag as if the battery is going dead when starting.
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Vern Bullock
Expertise
Visit my website at: http://www.classytransportation.com/ I can answer most questions about autos built in the 60's 70's and 80's. Specifically, Lincolns, Rolls Royces and the Excaliburs. Mechanical issues and technical questions are my expertise. I also have a general knowledge of most older automobiles. Keep in mind, I can only provide answers if the questions are very specific and complete. Without details, I can only speculate and that's not good for solving your problem.
Experience
I have owned and maintained Silver Shadows for over 10 years now. I find most mechanics and even Rolls Royce mechanics have very little knowledge about these automobiles. I have researched these cars in quite a bit of detail and can pretty much tell you what is wrong, if you can describe the behavior in detail. I have saved quite a few RR owners a lot of money and aggravation due to improper diagnosis. I am the owner of Classy Transportation, LLC a luxury limousine service specializing in antique cars, classic cars, vintage cars and exotic cars.
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Classy Transportation, LLC Limousine Service.
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All around the Internet
Education/Credentials
I hold a BS degree in computer science and a MS degree in mechanical engineering.
Awards and Honors
I regularly compete at car shows and average around a dozen awards annually.
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See Web site at: http://www.classytransportation.com/
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