Not getting any power...
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Not getting any power...
Hey,
What is the best procedure for tracking down power problems? I tested my battery and verified it is fine. I took my 73 out for a drive about a week ago, pulled it back in the garage and everything was fine. When I went to start it last night, I wasn't getting any power at all when turning the key. I assume there must be a blown fuse somewhere. All the fuses in my fuse box are ok. So, a fusible link somewhere? What should I test after the battery, then after that, etc, to track it down?
Thanks,
-Joe
What is the best procedure for tracking down power problems? I tested my battery and verified it is fine. I took my 73 out for a drive about a week ago, pulled it back in the garage and everything was fine. When I went to start it last night, I wasn't getting any power at all when turning the key. I assume there must be a blown fuse somewhere. All the fuses in my fuse box are ok. So, a fusible link somewhere? What should I test after the battery, then after that, etc, to track it down?
Thanks,
-Joe
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Jack up passenger side of car. Put Jack Stand on frame. Slide underneath of car. Check wires going to starter. Might want to take a circuit tester with you to check if you are getting any power from end of battery cable where it hooks to starter.
The fusable link is down there next to the starter.
Jack up passenger side of car. Put Jack Stand on frame. Slide underneath of car. Check wires going to starter. Might want to take a circuit tester with you to check if you are getting any power from end of battery cable where it hooks to starter.
The fusable link is down there next to the starter.
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Narrowed it down... Had power at the starter and power at the alternator. I traced the red line from the alternator to where it went to the fuse box and saw a fusible link right before the fuse box. It was one of the round butt types, I snipped it out and could tell it was fried. I couldn't find in my Chilton's or AIM what the proper amps are for this link. Any hints on what I should be looking for to replace it?
Thanks,
-Joe
Thanks,
-Joe
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Moost parts stores have fusible links in packages- they're red and say "HELP" on them. FInd the same gauge wire and you're ready to go. If you use a crimp on splice, seal it with RTV and some good tape. I use 3M 33+, AND heat shrink. If water gets into the splice, it's going to corrode and you'l get to do this exercise again.
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Moost parts stores have fusible links in packages- they're red and say "HELP" on them. FInd the same gauge wire and you're ready to go. If you use a crimp on splice, seal it with RTV and some good tape. I use 3M 33+, AND heat shrink. If water gets into the splice, it's going to corrode and you'l get to do this exercise again.
