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Old Jan 24, 2002 | 02:26 PM
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my 88 gta is not starting, when i turn it over the starter just makes a clicking noise. do i need to replace the whole starter or just the solenoid?
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Old Jan 24, 2002 | 03:14 PM
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IIRC the solenoid probably costs a whole lot, so replacing the starter an solenoid would be best. You'd have to remove both anyway. Are you sure it is getting adequate power?(battery not drained, connections all good)
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Old Jan 24, 2002 | 06:50 PM
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tap the started gentally with a hammer. if it starts you need a new starter. if it doesn't start i would charge the battery
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