Battery, Starter, ???? HELP

musclecar fan · #1 01-12-2009, 01:50 AM

Just took my 69 Camaro out for an hour drive with radio on, etc. Turned engine off after I parked, got out and got back in to move it up 30 seconds later. Wouldn't crank, just click sound when I turned the key. Had to get a jump. Drove back home an hour again shutting it off when I got home, same thing. Checked battery reading and its 12.85V. Starter or solenoid issue? Battery issue on cranking power? Any thoughts appreciated. Thanks

musclecar fan · #2 01-12-2009, 02:45 AM

By the way, it was one single click each time I turned the key, not multiple clicks which would be what I've experienced with a dead battery on another car.

**njsteve** · #3 01-12-2009, 02:48 AM

Do you have headers? They tend to cook the starter and solenoid, resulting in the exact scenario you are facing.

**Alss** · #4 01-12-2009, 03:06 AM

Make sure your battery connections are clean and tight

**427.060** · #5 01-12-2009, 04:03 AM

Hot starter. Wait an hour or so and see if it cranks. If it does, you need a starter shield or a mini starter. I had the same problem.
James

musclecar fan · #6 01-12-2009, 08:20 AM

No headers, stock exhaust. Where do I get a starter shield? Is the car supposed to have one from the factory? It's a 69 SS 350 Camaro. Where do I get a shield? Also, would it be the starter or solenoid, or both?

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