So a year or so ago I replaced my old starter (was completely ground down, worn out and dead) with a new gear reduction one. Sometimes before and after the replacement, regardless of the battery charge, I'd turn the key, hear a click (not from the glow plugs) and that was it. I thought the new starter fixed that but within days/weeks of replacement, I had the same thing. Lately I've noticed it more often, though a few more keyturns engages the starter and it actually turns instead of just clicking. I don't think it's always just from low charge; it can be either during cold, hot or warm weather. The Haynes diesel manual mentions that this would be the solenoid or batteries. I would hate to think it would be the solenoid right after installing this new one. Any other ideas? Ignition switch, etc.? or am I just doomed to check all the wiring and connections on the starter and just get a new starter? or a can I just get a new solenoid? $30 for a solenoid is cheaper than $150+ for a new starter... especially a gear reduction one (I don't think I ever want to not use gear reduction). Thanks for any ideas.
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Edited by: 85K1062