starting problem 67 L68

[Mark C.]

Hi,
Yesterday I had a problem starting my 67' L68. The started didn't engage at all, I jumped the contacts ok the started and it fired up fine and has started normally since. Do I need a new starter solenoid? Starter? Help!!!
Thanks
Mark

[Jim T.]

Re: starting problem 67 L68

Have you ever changed the starter brushes or inspected them?

[Gene M.]

Re: starting problem 67 L68

In addition to the brushes as mentioned the copper contact areas in the solenoid could be pitted. Did you pull thes apart and check? The contacts can be turned around to provide a new surface. The copper plate on most can also be reversed. Just clean up the pitted part.

[Mark C.]

Re: starting problem 67 L68

I haven't done any of that yet but I will check today. It only happen once but I don't want to take a chance. Thanks for the tips
Mark