Keep in mind that the dielectric grease is not a conductor, it is an
insulator, I think
many folks get the wrong idea on how this stuff is meant to be used. It
protects
the terminals AFTER they are connected to each other. I wish the
instructions were a little more clear on the packages. Just an FYI.
Mark
----- Original Message -----
From: "Linwood H Rose" <linwoodrose@mac.com>
To: "Healeys" <healeys@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, May 09, 2008 2:20 PM
Subject: [Healeys] Electrical Issue - need help
> Thanks to all who responded to my plea for help to sort out the
> electrical problem I was having. Special thanks to Alan, Rod, David,
> Phillip, Alex, John, Bill!
>
> These cars do have a way of humbling you! I feel a little silly, but I
> did learn some good things from this experience about the sequencing
> of tracking down an electrical gremlin.
>
> I have about 4 connectors for various purposes on the incoming
> solenoid post for the battery cable. Even though the nut securing the
> terminals on the post was tight, I loosened it and tested wires one at
> a time for juice. Everything worked as it should. Turns out that I
> just restacked the terminals on the post, put a little dielectric gunk
> on the assembly and tightened down the lock washer and nut.
>
> Just like that, full power restored - everything working! I am
> extremely pleased that I had no faulty components and that I did not
> have to stand on my head in the engine bay for long - but I also feel
> a little silly that it was such a simple thing.
>
> Again, thanks to all. The weekend will be much better knowing that I
> can drive my car, rather than having to fix my car.
>
> Cheers!
>
> Lin
> 1960 BT7 "The Bloody Beast"
> 1959 AN5 Bugeye
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