70runner
Well-Known Member
OE starter in my 70RR was doing the single <solenoid> click dance a few weeks ago, so I pulled it to disassemble and inspect. Since I had it apart, replaced solenoid, cleaned/checked armature, brushes were good, clutch good, new battery stud and contact assembly (old ones had some divots). Reassembled and bench tested with VOM at battery stud, video below. Used portable battery jump start, recently charged. Starter appears to engage normally, though voltage drops from 12.5v to 8v during test. Does this voltage drop seem excessive?