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Old 10-10-2018, 03:47 AM   #13
BigRandy
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Re: Hot starter motor

This may sound odd but carry a gallon of water with you. The next time you suspect a hot starter dribble the entire gallon down the back of the head so it lands on the starter If it fires up you'll have your answer.

I had an 86 that did this in the summer and it started every time I poured water on the starter, and it happened several times while I owned the truck. I even tried a heat shield but it didn't solve the problem and I don't think I ever got more that a year or so out of a starter, but the first one I bought had a lifetime warranty from Autozone. Since I never knew when one was going to fail it was a PITA problem but they always gave me a replacement.

One other suggestion: If it's not the starter pull the dist cap and make sure the mechanical advance isn't getting stuck.
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