[C320-list] Intermitant starter motor issue Yanmar 3GM30F

[Ken Geiger]

Sometimes when I push the starter button, having turned on the key, there is no sound of the starter motor engaging, no clicking but there is dip down in the voltage gauge observed.  This leads to think that the solenoid is failing.  So far after a few pushes the starter cranks and the engine starts.  

Anyone have a similar situation and solution.  

Also wonder about a source for a new solenoid and starter and if anyone has experience with the after market starters and solenoids that are out there.  

The 320 is a year 2000, engine 3GM30F and the starter is a Hitachi labelled 128170-77010   S114-303  12V  98B

Thanks

Ken Geiger
Northern Dream #765