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Subject:RE: '71 Ignition Problems
Date:Thu, 06 Jun 1996 11:28:18 -0400

>On Wed, 5 Jun 1996, Eric Rainey wrote:
>> Also, check the wire from the fuse box to the starter, and the connection
>> at the starter.  Also check the starter itself: short across the solenoid
>> (the two big connections) to see if the starter spins, then short the
>
>Either take the starter out before doing this or:
>
>*** Don't forget to block the wheels and take the bus out of gear. ***
>
>Experience isn't always the best teacher. 8) Joe
>
Actually, for just spinning the starter, this isn't necessary.  But you are
so, so right for the next operation I mentioned, shorting to the solenoid.
I have an automatic which takes out that lurching motion...

E

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