Hi again, My 81 zx starter clicks whenever I try to start the car. I read that it's commonly the power wire for the solenoid, so I made a relay system that uses the solenoid power wire as a trigger and sends 12V directly from the battery. Still clicks. My volt gauge has a red light but I read that it's because I don't have the battery electrolyte sensor and it's spade connector is tied to the body. I can get the car to start by clicking the starter about 20 times, and sometimes it will start 3 times in a row with no issue. The solenoid is getting plenty of power, I'm thinking that maybe the solenoid isn't getting a good enough ground? I checked with an ohmmeter and the ground from solenoid to battery has no resistance. I'm totally out of ideas, I think the starter gear is hitting the flywheel and doesn't have the strength to push into the teeth.
mydooris4
8 / 71 240Z, HLS30-40031, L24-052899, Sunshine Yellow
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If your battery and cables are good, this should work EVERY time.
If not, the starter is bad.
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If not, the starter is bad.
8 / 71 240Z, HLS30-40031, L24-052899, Sunshine Yellow
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Starters are $50.00 + core at Rock Auto.
1981 NISSAN 280ZX 2.8L L6 Starter Motor | RockAuto
1981 NISSAN 280ZX 2.8L L6 Starter Motor | RockAuto
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