V6 (1994-2004) Mustangs Technical discussions on the 3.8L and 3.9L V6 torque monsters

starter?

Old Jun 15, 2007 | 09:52 PM
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i have a 2000 3.8 adn today when i went to start
it the engine would not turn over. all ihear is a very rapid clicking noise. is this the starter or something else?

Old Jun 15, 2007 | 10:30 PM
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hook a battery tester to the battery with the car on and then with it off...then come and post the two results...i bet it's your battery
Old Jun 15, 2007 | 10:50 PM
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Sounds like your battery is dead sir.
This happened to me a few times before I spent the money on a new battery.

A good jump or battery will do the trick.
Old Jun 16, 2007 | 12:42 AM
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yea i had the same prob its your battery
Old Jun 16, 2007 | 02:15 AM
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battry

o, btw, wat the hell kinda engine is that red beast???
Old Jun 16, 2007 | 03:48 AM
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Battery or a corroded terminal.
Old Jun 16, 2007 | 03:59 AM
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thanks guys ima see what happens tomorow and
manta dreams
that engine is a
rolls-royce v-1650 12 cylinder engine out of
a p-51 mustang
it was rated at 1600 +hp? up where the air is real thin
not sure on the cid[8D]
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