Date: Tue, 12 Jul 2005 14:00:03 GMT From: John B <rotten_NOSPAM_nospam.org> Subject: Re: engine wiring anomalies (c900)
On Tue, 12 Jul 2005 04:52:17 +0000 (UTC), Craig's Saab C900 Site wrote: > > Given the current that a starter draws it's highly likely to be a > combination of heating due to the terminal resistance where the cable > attaches to the solenoid going up just due to age and contact degradation, > and also due to that end of the high-current cable being the closest part > which is near the heat of the engine when running. > Ok, thanks. I've ordered a new battery cable, which I'll put in this weekend. > > I agree that the small wire coming off the intake manifold is an earth for > something. Check the alternator to make sure it's connections are all in > place, but to save the wire causing any shorts take it out and replace the > bolt. Then, with the wire kept safely somewhere in case it is needed, have a > look to see if there's anything nearby which looks like it's had a lug come > away. > Yes, definitely a risk for shorts. While I was photographing it yesterday I accidently drew a spark from the hot terminal of the alternator. I've snipped off the wire, and I'm pretty sure I won't need it for anything. Thanks. John
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