Cranking Opinion

Mr. Detail · Post by **Mr. Detail** » 20 Oct 2021, 08:59

Hate to ask this after just spending over $700 to install a new alternator and belt and another $150 for a battery but lately when I turn the key, there are times when it seemingly takes several cranks, (like 7 times) before it turns over.
Is this a sign of a failing starter motor?

Post by **chrism** » 20 Oct 2021, 09:13

Are you saying the starter cranks the engine over 7 times before it fires up? Or do you have to turn the key 7 times before the starter will even crank?

Mr. Detail · Post by **Mr. Detail** » 21 Oct 2021, 11:16

Hey Crism;
The former, "the starter cranks the engine over 7 times before it fires up".
maybe something else huh?

Post by **jonesg** » 21 Oct 2021, 16:34

usual suspect is loss of fuel pressure at the rail.

Post by **chrism** » 21 Oct 2021, 18:02

Try turning the key on and off to Position I ignition only three or four times just before cranking the starter and see if the extra pump priming get it to fire quicker. If so then maybe others can advise on any check valve stuff.

Mr. Detail · Post by **Mr. Detail** » 22 Oct 2021, 11:38

Ok, will do.