Electrical Gremlins Part 4

[Son_Of_Dog]

Is it fixed? If so, what part fixed it?

JR

It hasn't repeated the problem since my last post, so I'm going to say the threat of replacing the starter fixed the starter.

 

[redtrek]

I had the same problem with my R3T, cleaned the starter switch, fitted the solenoid kit, replaced the negative battery cable etc all to no avail. Finally cleaned and crimped the wire connections that the relay plugs into... fixed the click and starts first time ever since.

Do you mean the rear relay on the right side just below the frame? I have had my 2006 R3C for 10 years. I've fed direct power from the battery to the starter, done the 00 weld wire for ground, done the Eastern Beaver headlight relay, done the keyless ignition relay, done the Toyota Solara starter swap, and cleaned the starter button contact. I'm getting the relay click from the two long relays under the tank and the relay under the frame on the right, but no action at the starter. I have confirmed I have 12.76VDC at the starter, so I assume it's the signal getting from the starter relay (which I think is the one under the frame behind the right side cover) to the starter. If all I need to do is clean and crimp the connectors at that relay, that would be one of the easiest fixes I've ever had to do on this bike. Thanks!

Edit: I just saw the part of this thread about the solenoid on the stock starter. I wouldn't think that should be an issue on the Toyota starter, but I have had it in for years. Perhaps @DEcosse would be willing to give me some direction? I've been very impressed with your knowledge base that I've seen on the site. Thanks!

 

[Dean0]

Do you mean the rear relay on the right side just below the frame? I have had my 2006 R3C for 10 years. I've fed direct power from the battery to the starter, done the 00 weld wire for ground, done the Eastern Beaver headlight relay, done the keyless ignition relay, done the Toyota Solara starter swap, and cleaned the starter button contact. I'm getting the relay click from the two long relays under the tank and the relay under the frame on the right, but no action at the starter. I have confirmed I have 12.76VDC at the starter, so I assume it's the signal getting from the starter relay (which I think is the one under the frame behind the right side cover) to the starter. If all I need to do is clean and crimp the connectors at that relay, that would be one of the easiest fixes I've ever had to do on this bike. Thanks!

Edit: I just saw the part of this thread about the solenoid on the stock starter. I wouldn't think that should be an issue on the Toyota starter, but I have had it in for years. Perhaps @DEcosse would be willing to give me some direction? I've been very impressed with your knowledge base that I've seen on the site. Thanks!

Yup... the starter relay

 

[redtrek]

Yup... the starter relay

You were correct. It was simply a bad relay. Swapped it out and it started as strong as ever. It didn't occur to me that the relay was bad because it was still clicking whenever I pressed the starter button.

 

[Son_Of_Dog]

Today was the day to replace the starter. Problem being, the 04 toyota solara really doesn't look like it fits. Anyone have any ideas?

 

[Kevin frazier]

Holler ill walk you through it

 

[TURBO200R4]

Holler ill walk you through it

Sound like he allready hollard lol

 

[Kevin frazier]

Sound like he allready hollard lol

Oh he figured it out, Gage is a smart young man, he did some learning and gotter done im sure

 

[TURBO200R4]

I just hate it when i hit reply and it doesnt post then then the next time u open the thread u see it waiting to b posted
The nose is different
U have to take the nose off the triumph starter. and install it on the toy starter
Hth

 

[Son_Of_Dog]

Gratitude, all. I got it figured, and I'll put it all back on the bike this evening. I added some moly-lube in the casing where it appeared to not have any anymore, and added a little Hylomar in the places where it had o-rings for a little extra protection. I'll be attaching extra battery cables (doubling up with used wires from Mad Dog's bike in lieu of buying more copper) and the starter tonight, so wish me luck.