RC_Targa

Hopefully someone has run into this problem and it's an easy fix. The problem is that after my "84 carrera has been sitting in the gargare for 7 days or so, I have a hard time starting it up. When I do drive it daily, no problem, the car starts immediately upon turing the key. But when I do let it sit for a while, the engine will just turnover and over without starting. I've tried keeping the gas pedal depressed, and I've also pumped the gas pedal - no change, just the engine turning over until IT wants to start.

Any idea what's causing this problem? Is it just letting it sit too long? I have other cars that sit for a while, but do not have a problem starting.
Thanks for your responses.

Dan Cobb

Holding down the gas pedal should have no effect, as I'm guessing the problem is electrical. Check the battery and the alternator.
Sitting for a few days should not be a problem for a properly charged battery, and recharging a slightly low battery every time you put it back on the road should not be a problem for a properly functioning alternator.
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RC_Targa

Dan, that's a good point. I bought the car last November and the receipts I have show that the battery in the car now was purchased on 3/11/2001. The battery is an Exide NASCAR Select. Perhaps it's time to get a new battery? If so, any recommendations?

Thanks.

Dan Cobb

I went with an Optima red top. You'll have to address the mounting of it though, as it is not a direct fit.
Here's a link to a post that should cover your concerns quite nicely:
https://rennlist.com/forums/showthre...ghlight=optima
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RC_Targa

Thanks for your help Dan.