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jamess
11-21-2008, 02:53 AM
hey, why does my 84 big red just click when i press the starter button? sounds like its coming from the starter solenoid. motor doesnt turn over just clicks then nothing.. battery isnt flat either

dirtface
11-21-2008, 05:08 AM
Pull the starter off and see if it spins freely. Starter might be froze/locked up.

SCRAMCHARGER318
11-21-2008, 09:24 AM
it might actually be the battery, maybe it has enough charge to make the dash lights and headlight on but not enough to turn the motor over, put a charger on it( if you haven't already) and check to make sure, if not i would first check ALL connections for corrosion and rust, simply the cheapest way out of it if you get lucky, i used to have that problem with the starter relay on my old truck.

DILLIGAF
11-21-2008, 04:40 PM
Try cleaning off your terminals on your solenoid that is mounted on the battery box. Sometimes you can get a long handled screw driver and jump it off that way. I've had them go out before and all that happens is a fast clicking.