update on starting issue

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Sep 5, 2003 | 10:17 AM

stedge

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update on starting issue

Got the DME relay and replaced (the one in the car was a 993#), and turned the key. First time, same clicking sound. Second time, cough, hiccup, and voila! it ran perfectly.

Drove it for about 45 minutes, and then again for a 30 minute spell later in the evening, started fine.

This AM, the cranking seemed a little weak, though it did start quickly, and ran fine....

Hmmm... maybe the battery is playing a role?

I will check the DIY @ Pcar abotu the battery. Should I just replace it, or take it into the shop and have them fart around and check it?

Thanks

Sep 5, 2003 | 10:19 AM

Greg Fishman

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How old is it?
If it is over 3 years old, just replace it with a redtop Optima sealed battery. Do a search and you will see lots of discussions on them.

Sep 5, 2003 | 12:19 PM

Jeff 993TT

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Here's more info about the optima red top: http://www.993faq.com/archives/cat_e...em.html#000220

Sep 5, 2003 | 12:24 PM

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thanks - getting one in 20 minutes...

Sep 5, 2003 | 02:18 PM

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Got the Optima Red Top. Seems to start right up. Took an hour-long "10-minute" drive on a resurfaced Route 70 on a beautiful - and not-too-hot Septmeber day, and life is good.

Issue seems resolved. Will let you know if otherwise.

Thanks, all.

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