Tonight I tried to start my 1991 RR Classic, 169K miles (purchased at 63K, starter never replaced). Starter motor spins nicely as it is "free running" but doesn't engage. Never had starter problems.
I've done a fair amount of work with starters from having lived in Northeast U.S. but this one has me guessing. I have seen weak batteries cause lack of full engagement intermittently. (I added a two battery in parellel, interior light dims somewhat when turning on starter but not alot.)
It sounds like the solenoid is makinh electrical contact to get juice to starter motor but not sufficient to engage starter to flywheel.
It this possible ?
Also Hayes manual refers to a 'starter relay' on the firewall. Manual shows location for older models. Where is it located on 1991 model ?
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