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Old 02-24-2009, 02:14 AM
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I have a 87 coupe. When I try to start it struggles to turn over occasionally. After about 3 seconds it starts. Could this possibly be resistance in the cables? Or possibly a bad battery? Thanks.
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Old 02-24-2009, 08:09 AM
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You have to be more clear on the issue. It cranks slow (like the battery is low)and then catches or it cranks normal for an extended period and then starts?
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Old 02-24-2009, 09:36 AM
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Originally Posted by PRO50SC
You have to be more clear on the issue. It cranks slow (like the battery is low)and then catches or it cranks normal for an extended period and then starts?
Yes that is exactly whats happening.
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Well I posted two choices so which one is it?
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Originally Posted by PRO50SC
Well I posted two choices so which one is it?
It cranks like the battery is low then catches like normal after a short period of time.
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I would look into having your charging/starting system checked
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Originally Posted by PRO50SC
I would look into having your charging/starting system checked

Yeah I'm going to take it to the shop and have it checked today. Thanks.
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