kastein

I'd suspect a crummy solenoid if it still doesn't work after the battery install has been corrected. Especially if you get a click from the control box / relay but no click from the starter itself.

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ryker725

I'm thinking that installing the battery cables in the proper series configuration will make the problems mentioned dissapear. Good luck!! Hope it cranks and starts easily!!

highsiera

well I have great news. reinstalled the starter, redid the battery cables w/ McKee's diagram. Gave the primer a few pumps and she roared to life. No better sound in the world to my ears! took it for a test drive and everything shook out pretty well. Few leaks here and there, soft brake pedal. Even raised and lowerred the bed. Thanks again to everyone for their help.

mckeeranger

You know Durhamtown Plantation is only 500 miles from Richmond Va.

Hint, hint. 2011 GA rally Definite dates???


Seriously, glad you got it running. Sometimes it's a simple, little thing that can trip you up.

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R Racing

Thats Great news !! Congradulations ! On a different note the prestolite parts are still out there ( I just had mine rebuilt 3 weeks ago ) But parts are getting harder to come by.

RAYZER

Great news! Glad that you got her to run!Be sure to check all drive train fluids.good luck!

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Oh yeah and post more pix LOl Sorry just had to be said...

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