1982 38 starter problems

[DAVID CAMERON]

My starter just clicks , removed and cleaned all wire connections except one the
Starter solenoid connections it under the starter and can’t seem to figure
Out how to get a socket on the bolts to loosen the holder any ideas?
Thanks all
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[Tom Boyce]

Tap it lightly with a hammer as another turns the key.

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[Matthew Cohen]

Voltage at the starter?

Matt

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[GARBOARD]

If the large battery cable to the starter has B+ current, and we know the switch is good since the selenoid clicks, then pull the starter and take it to a rebuilder; have it bench tested and if bad have it rebuilt.  hope its not too much of a bear to remove !!

Best,

Garboard

[Breckenridge Caine III]

Clean the grounds. Change the push button start switch, jump the solenoid,  check all wire connections. Change the starter. Mine is intermitant and need to clean the grounds.  I have done all else.

Breck Caine CR38 #19

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[Stephen Moss]

Dear David,

You didn't mention what engine you have. My wife and I have a 1984 CR 38, with a Westerbeke engine, and I had to replace the starter because of similar issues. If it is the same engine I can tell you about removing the starter, but please first let me know if the engine is the same. Servicing the solenoid without removing the starter is probably impossible. As others have said, you may be able to check if it is working by testing the voltage at the motor when you turn it over. However, I'm not sure that the output terminal from the solenoid is visible. I seem remember there is just one terminal at the back where the starter cable connects.

Best wishes

Steve Moss

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[DAVID CAMERON]

Hi Steve mine is a Yanmar 4jh3e , I, got the starter switch off finally now I will retire and position it to a more accessible location. Hoping the starter is ok.

Thank you for the reply

Regards David

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