Classic/Antique Car Repair/engine problem

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Expert: - 5/21/2011


Question
im trying to start my 66 chevelle up but the engine wont turnover. everytime i turn the key, the engine makes a clicking noise and very once in a while it will sound like it almost wants to but then it dont.Any suggestions?

Answer
The old clicking solenoid problem. That is probably your starter solenoid. Causes:  low battery, loose battery connections, bad solenoid. Tighten all connections, charge the batt., make sure the batt. Is good, then have a mechanic check the solenoid.
Good luck.
Jack

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Expertise

Only repair type questions on the 1928-1931 Ford Model A.

Experience

Owned one when I was 15 yrs old, and now have owned 5. Still own and play with 2 of them.

Organizations
Oakleaf region of MARC. Model A Restorers Club. I have put several Model A videos on the Oakleaf site that may be of help. Things like how to start the A, how to Time it, how to troubleshoot it.. Go to oakleafregion.org and you will find them. jack

Publications
"More than you need to know about cars." Just a small book for Car Nuts. Blurb.com "Model A Ford Tips and Hints" Blurb.com 2010 Many Model A movies that can be found on youtube.com/jackbahm

Education/Credentials
BSME LSU, 1958, Masters of automotive engineering from the Chrysler Institute of engineering, 1960, MBA Mich State, 1976. Worked as an engineer at Chrysler from 1958 to the end of 1991.

Awards and Honors
Two patents while working in auto industry.

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