Re: starting problems (still) Was: will start, but won't stay running

["John S. Lagnese" <jlagnese@massed.net>]

Could there be a problem with the wiring on the starter motor?
John
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Nathan Lowe" <nathanlowe@charter.net>
To: <scirocco-l@scirocco.org>
Sent: Thursday, January 13, 2005 11:55 AM
Subject: starting problems (still) Was: will start, but won't stay running


I'm still stumped on this problem.
Background: the car is a '79 with a 2l aba swap. It will start fine but when
I turn the key from "start" to "run" it dies. I have so far tried changing
the ignition switch, jumpering the fuel pump relay, hotwiring at the
connector on the ignition switch, and checking the engine bay for fuel/air
leaks and loose electrical contacts. Nothing has made a difference.
Symptoms: If I hold the key just before it switches to the "run" position,
it will stay running (not too smooth, but ok) and the starter will not stay
engaged. The same thing happens when I hotwire the car using the method in
the Sealey book (on connector for ignition switch: terminals 30 to 50, then
30 to 15 when started). When I keep terminals 30, 50, and 15 all connected
it runs ok (but not great) and the starter does not grind, but when I remove
terminal 50 (like you are supposed to do) then it dies.

I'm open to ideas of what to do next. Any suggestions of things I can do,
reccomendations of local mechanics (I'm in Laurel, MD) who will come out to
look at it, or local listers who want to make a few bucks and get some free
beer to come help me out would all be appreciated.

-Nate
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