Re: IML: 62 not cranking/thanks-working now

["Lambda Imperial63" <lambda63imperial@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

It was the starter relay, and maybe a few loose wires.  It's running just 
fine right now.

Thanks to everyone for all of your comments and helpful leads.

We're ready to go cruising tomorrow, on a beautiful Summer day in Atlanta.


> From: randalpark@xxxxxxx
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> Subject: Re: IML: 62 not cranking/CHECK WIRING
> Date: Wed, 16 Aug 2006 08:54:53 -0400
>
> Check the wiring!
>
> It's important to note that the starter kept running even after the 
> ignition was turned off. This happens if the starter is short circuited, 
> and could be caused by the wiring coming into contact with the exhaust 
> manifold and burn through the insulation. In my case, I disconnected the 
> battery in order to make it stop.
>
> Inspect the wiring between the starter relay and the starter. I will be 
> surprised if you don't see a problem there. Also, once the engine started 
> with the starter still engaged, damage may have occurred to the starter 
> that could require replacement.  By running off the ring gear, depending on 
> how long it went on, damage may have occured to the starter itself.
>
> Paul W.
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: lambda63imperial@xxxxxxxxxxx
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> Sent: Tue, 15 Aug 2006 7:14 PM
> Subject: IML: 62 not cranking ???
>
>
> I started up my 62 Imperial Crown convertible last Sunday, and when it 
> started the starter kept running. So, I clicked the key on and off a few 
> times, and after a few trys, the started dis-engaged and all was OK.
>
> Pulled in out of the garage, turned it off. A little later took the car out 
> to dinner. Had dinner, started fine after dinner.
>
> Drove back home, about 15 minutes., backed it into the garage, Turned it 
> off. Then tried to start again and nothing happened. The red light, oil 
> pressure, came on, and the guages worked, but not even a grunt from the 
> starter.
>
> Is the solenoid fried? Any ideas - suggestions?
>
> thanks,
> Bob
>
> 62 & 63 Imperials
>
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