At 09:06 PM 1/5/2010, Kevin Gilbert wrote:
>So, did cleaning the terminals and cables fix the problem, or did I
>just get lucky? I' d like to prevent this from recurring. Suggestions?

I think you got a solid diagnosis and a good fix.  To make sure,
ground the spark coil secondary (high-voltage) wire and get someone
to crank while you wiggle the wires at the battery.  If there's a
problem with the wire terminations that should find it -- but I think
you're good now.

Yours,
David