It sounds like the solenoid hasn't engaged the drive and the starter
motor is running. Connections in the solenoid switch wet?
Jack DeWolf wrote:
>> 1974 TR6 with SU carbs - otherwise stock. If the motor compartment
>> is seriously wet, i.e. engine hosed off after degreasing, engaging
>> the starter produces a whine or buzz from an electrical
>> component above the passenger footwell until the whole thing dries
>> out (about 45 minutes or so) at which time the solenoid works
>> normally again and all is well. When in 'whining mode" there is no
>> click or indication that the solenoid is working. The sound only
>> occurs when the key is in starter motor activation position. Any ideas as to:
>>
>
> a) which component, relay or area's wetness causes this?
> b) what is whining and why?
> c) since it appears that the heavy positive cable goes directly from
> the battery to the starter, where is the solenoid even located?
>
>
> Thanks in advance
>
>
>
> Jack
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