In a message dated 3/20/2004 8:32:08 AM Eastern Standard Time,
datsunmike@nyc.rr.com writes:
>
> Probably a tired starter. Because of the location of the starter, near the
> header, it gets 'heat soaked' and that makes it less efficient resulting in
> your problem. After all these years it's probably been drenched.
>
> Not an uncommon problem with other kinds of cars and which is why some
> companies make insulating blankets for starters.
>
> I'd get a new starter rather than get stuck some place, although these cars
> can easily be push started.
>
> Mike
Oh but Mike. You should let him know how much fun replacing a starter on a
roadster is. Get out the engine crane or a sawzall.
Dave
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