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Default 87 Bayliner with Penta 350cid starter cranks slow and drains battery.


"fzbuilder" wrote in message
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Hey all, I have a issue with my starter cranking the engine so slow
that it will not start, then drains the battery. This happens with any
battery I put in it. I even had a Snap-on starter boost charger on it
and still not enough cranking. I ended up wiring 2 batteries in seires
for 24volts and it would crank fast (but still not start), then kill
the batteries after a few times. I am wondering if I have a dead short
somewhere and if anyone has any ideas before I start replacing stuff.
I just replaced the coil and after doing some tests per the Penta Book
and now I have spark, but I am worried to put the 24volts back on and
damage anything. I orginaly put the 24volts on from some advise and
now I hear that can mess up your system. Help Please!!


Don't put 24V on a 12V circuit. You could blow anything or everything. Most
likely the bushings in your starter are worn. Make sure your wiring is in
good shape before you pull the starter, though.