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... although I had cleaned the old contacts thoroughly what I hadn't noticed was the deep tracks that had been worn into them over time. I think this must have been the issue because after popping the starter back in, reconnecting the battery etc and turning the key - the car fired into life beautifully!
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Pleased to hear that Andy! Thanks for letting us know. Told you that you wouldn't need a new starter motor.
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I'm over the moon at the moment and ready to start on the next thing (3 speed fan replacement).
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You don't
have to replace it. You can fit new brushes at very little cost. Should be a piece of cake for a solenoid repair man!
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how do I sign up as an official member?
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Click on "subscribe" in the top right hand corner of this page.
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I noticed that the car idles at around 800 rpm. Is this about right?
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Yes, and only the ECU can adjust it.
Welcome to the wonderful world of successful 75/ZT maintenance.
Simon.