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Old Jul 16, 2017 | 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by RANGER73
I went through relays too.
I put a push button on the starter and took the relay apart, adjusted the contacts to hit with more force as the gap was too big.
Same relay now for 6 years and haven't had to use the button once after the adjustment. But it's like insurance, just incase I need it.
That's Good to know. Probably do that once I put the new 1.4 Kw starter in. My starter contacts are deeply grooved. Thanks
 
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Old Jul 16, 2017 | 04:15 PM
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Once I get the new starter in Ill have the old one rebuilt for a back up.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2017 | 10:05 PM
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Once I get the new starter in Ill have the old one rebuilt for a back up.
Any good auto electric rebuilding shop will be able to rebuild the old starter.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2017 | 10:54 PM
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Replacing the relay every year or two seems a bit excessive, even for an EVO. Check all your wires, connections, etc... A bad conductor can tax a relay and shorten its life. Going with a new starter is a good move IMO.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2017 | 12:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Tommy C
Any good auto electric rebuilding shop will be able to rebuild the old starter.
Thanks
 
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Old Jul 17, 2017 | 01:08 PM
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Originally Posted by bad tappets
Replacing the relay every year or two seems a bit excessive, even for an EVO..
You do realize that this is the EVO forum, don't you?
People who ride Twinkies shouldn't throw bricks at EVOs.
 
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Originally Posted by aces&8s
Dan , Tommy, thanks that's what I wanted to hear. I appreciate everyone help.
Im off to spent some starter money. Thanks
If you haven't already spent your starter money I have an All-***** 1.4kW starter in my shed.

If you want it give me a call.
 
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Originally Posted by texashillcountry
If you haven't already spent your starter money I have an All-***** 1.4kW starter in my shed.

If you want it give me a call.
Thanks, but I have already bought the starter. I'm going to install 4 gauge cables to. Getting close to having a brand new 97.
 
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You do realize that this is the EVO forum, don't you?
People who ride Twinkies shouldn't throw bricks at EVOs.
Specially Smokey the dragon slayer.
 
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Originally Posted by bad tappets
Replacing the relay every year or two seems a bit excessive, even for an EVO. Check all your wires, connections, etc... A bad conductor can tax a relay and shorten its life. Going with a new starter is a good move IMO.
Im pretty sure my 21 yr old Evo starter is the culprit after seeing the contacts.
 
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