<VV> starting problems - click-click

[Daniel Monasterio]

Had the same problem years ago. Weird as it looks but, the problem was the grounding between the starter nose plate and the diff. plate where the starter bolts on. Cleaning and/or sanding this areas solved the problem. Remember that, as more current (180 Amp. draw at starting) is flowing, a larger (and clean) area is needed for a good ground.
Apart from this, I would recommend to install a relay between the ignition switch (SOL terminal) and solenoid so, to have a better electrical flow to engage the solenoid and, BTW, make your ignition switch last for a longer time.
Daniel Monasterio

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> From: jeandelucca at aol.com
> Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:05:47 -0500
> Subject: <VV> starting problems - click-click
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> my 63 monza 102/pg has a starting problem that has my mechanic and i stumped a bit. what used to occur once every few months is now occurring more regularly: when turning the key, just a "click-click". turn the key back and forth a few times and it will start. the battery is strong. we pulled the starter and checked it and replaced the solenoid. reassembled everything and the problem returned. we eliminated the ignition switch and neutral safety switch by jumping various things(his tests). we now want to go back and recheck the solenoid. i'd be interested to hear some responses to a solution, i hope i have provided enough info, i should mention that it has been getting colder here in the northeast, if that matters.  thanks, jim
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