I assume you connected the negative cable from fresh batter to a clean
point at frame (?)

Are the ground straps in good shape?

Is the engine stock? e.g. any chance it's a higher compression engine?

That is strange that it's behaving this way.  < scratches head >

Neil.

On Sat, Apr 14, 2012 at 12:49 AM, Ken Olsen <648.ken@gmail.com> wrote:

> ..... I did jumper a fresh battery
> directly to the starter.

>>> > Symptoms:
>>> > Turns over very slowly, sometimes stopping (or catching?)
>>> > Runs fine when started.
>>> > Battery voltage looks good. Jumping doesn't help.
>>> > Voltage at starter matches battery.
>>> > Turns over slowly with:
>>> > � �- spark plugs removed.
>>> > � �- fresh battery jumpered directly to starter.
>>> > � �- WITH NEW STARTER INSTALLED!
>>> >

-- 
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