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remi_1633
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Nov 19, 2007, 4:45 PM

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I went to start my car this morning. The first crank, my engine turned, but the second time i tried i got nothing. I have checked the alternator, battery, and starter. i have no dome lights, or any kind of power in the cab of my car. the car is a 87 olds 442. If anyone can give me some help it would be appreciated.

(This post was edited by remi_1633 on Nov 19, 2007, 5:24 PM)

Tom Greenleaf
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Nov 20, 2007, 12:25 AM

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And just what did you check on those items? That they were there? Jump start this thing and really check the items. This may just need charging the battery or a new one,

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remi_1633
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Nov 20, 2007, 9:33 AM

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i had taken the alternator out and checked at a shop, then did the same thing with the battery and starter. i believe it was either the wires to the starter wasnt tight enough or the connection to the battery wasnt right. i did get it started today, after i did a couple things to it.

Tom Greenleaf
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Nov 20, 2007, 9:49 AM

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Ok: The battery connections at both ends would explain this. Take a good luck at the battery end of the cables. Those don't always last too well. If you find just that end bad they do make just ends - not the temporary type - that are high quality and work well,

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remi_1633
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Nov 20, 2007, 10:03 AM

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thanks i am gettin ready right now to put new ends on the cables. i appreciate the help

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