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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 5:37 AM
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I own a 1978 El Camino. When starting, cranking is slow as if battery is weak. I have changed to a new battery but still the same results. Can someone assist me?
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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 7:37 AM
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Originally Posted by mike uncangco
I own a 1978 El Camino. When starting, cranking is slow as if battery is weak. I have changed to a new battery but still the same results. Can someone assist me?
More than likley it is the starter solenoid. There is a copper disk that when switched contacts it, these get burned over time. I used to take them off, and apart , and sand them smooth. Your's may be new enough as to have rivits instead od screws that hold the cover on.
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