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Old 04-05-2011, 12:01 AM
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Sounds like you might have a corroded cable, either ground or positive. Sometimes if there is a split in the insulation it will allow moisture in to corrode cable. Check the connections to the block and starter. you may have a bad cable.
Hey Wolf I checked my positive cable and it was corroded about 2 inches back. Cut and reinstalled to a new battery terminal and now my rover starts. Thanks for the suggestions.
 
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Old 04-05-2011, 07:41 AM
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When changing the connector you should only use a solder type connection not a clamp style. Use the anti-corrosion rings under the terminals and coat connectors once cleaned and installed. This will prevent battery gases from corroding the connections.
 
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Old 04-05-2011, 07:51 AM
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Hey Wolf I checked my positive cable and it was corroded about 2 inches back. Cut and reinstalled to a new battery terminal and now my rover starts. Thanks for the suggestions.
I was cleaning up my cables the other day and then it all became clear. The ground cable still had it's part# tag on it. Printed across the bottom "Lucas"

Lol, now I'm not surprised.
 
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Old 04-05-2011, 07:53 AM
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Sounds like it's time for a new cable. Your lucky it has lasted this long!
 
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