[C320-list] Update on starter problem

[james_delong]

Thanks for the responses.

A little clarification is in order.  I've have the Yanmar that does not have 
glow plugs (wish it did!), but that is why I think I can eliminate the 
button and just use the key for the starting function since it is an unused 
function the way it is currently wired.

The starting problem occurred before I changed out the ignition.  For $30 I 
though I'd go the easy route and just replace the ignition hoping that was 
the problem. No such luck.

Is the starter relay and solenoid the same thing?  I've had responses to 
look at both.

Thanks again!

Jim


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> Date: Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:04:29 -0500
> From: Pat Moriarty <patm at psiurethanes.com>
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Update on starting problem
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> If you can get to the back of the solenoid it can be jumped with a
> screwdriver and the same with the starter to see which is possibly
> bad. You will get big sparks but I have done it for years on old cars
> and tractors. On my Perkins you can't even see the solenoid so I
> don't know how much luck you will have. There is also the hammer
> trick because sometimes they stick and you can jar them a couple of
> times but they still need replacing. The ignition switch has a start
> or momentary position on mine for the engine heaters read that as old
> diesel. Did the problem come before of after the switch was replaced???
>
to allow you to turn on the ignition, the key that is,
> which powers the glow plugs. So in cold weather, or any weather for that
> matter, you hold the key all the way over for 20 or 30 seconds to warm the
> cylinders. Then press the button to start the engine. It fires more 
> quickly
> when u use the glow plugs.
>
> I had to replace the button once, and I had to have the starter motor
> serviced and did a new solenoid at the same time. It's good to do this 
> even
> if you think it's not the problem; starting the engine can be a critical
> matter is some situations so don't take any chances.
>
> Kirk
>
> #124 Perkins