Inliners International Forums General Discussion Engines problems starting my 65 Nova

I am problems starting my 65 nova, which is running a 250 and a pg.

When I first try to start the car, it cranks over for once or twice, then all you hear is a spinning noise (engine isn't firing).

any ideas?

Thanks

Sounds like the starter is taking a dump??
Might try to throw in a new one?
Hank

The starter solenoid is not energizing to push the gear forward to engage the flywheel starter
ring. Check your starter wiring for looseness. You can just replace the solenoid if you want
although a complete starter replacement may indeed be needed.

thanks.

Looks like reman starters are about $50... I guess I should just replace it instead of messing around with the solenoid.

It could be the Bendix clutch on the starter drive too. Solenoids are about 28 bucks and a drive is about 18. No matter which way you go if you hit it wrong the first time you end up with a new solenoid and new drive on an old starter motor. If you can get a rebuillt for 50 you're way ahead and you only did the job once.

I agree with Mike G......been there and done that, with the solonoid and the drive... should have just got a rebuilt starter.....