Engine swap, no start
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Engine swap, no start
I swapped a 305 with a 350.
Now I'm having starting problems.
I got the car started, it runs and then when trying again, the batteries dead. It won't hold a charge.
I replaced the battery and had the same problem.
I then replaced the alternator, put in another new battery and it
starts and runs for awhile and then when I go to restart it, the battery is dead again.
I also noticed that when I go to start it, it will click a few times and then start up. The starter has a new solenoid on it.
So, I've replaced the battery twice, the alternator and a new starter solenoid.
Any ideas?
Now I'm having starting problems.
I got the car started, it runs and then when trying again, the batteries dead. It won't hold a charge.
I replaced the battery and had the same problem.
I then replaced the alternator, put in another new battery and it
starts and runs for awhile and then when I go to restart it, the battery is dead again.
I also noticed that when I go to start it, it will click a few times and then start up. The starter has a new solenoid on it.
So, I've replaced the battery twice, the alternator and a new starter solenoid.
Any ideas?
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Sounds like a wiring problem, check your power and trigger wires to the starter, the alternator wiring, and all your grounds. I bet you forgot one of the grounds when you swapped the engine.
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Car: 82' Z28 IROC Clone (SOLD)
Engine: 355
Transmission: Built TH-350
Axle/Gears: 3.73 Moser 12 bolt
My guess is oine of the starter wires...Too bad you spent so much and you probably didnt need it!
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