Bob (97.121.53.194) - Tue Jun 30 11:28:36 2009

My 1973 Corvette Big Block will not roll-over when the engine is warm. I've replaced the starter and still have the same problem. When cold, the engine rolls and starts just fine. When placing a jumper wire from the starter to battery (key on)the vehicle will start right up. But when trying to start the vehicle using the key, the starter will not engage or roll. Again this problem only occures when the engine is warm. By allowing the engine to cool for a couple of hours the vehicle will start right up using the key. Any ideas on what might be the cause?

Reply #1 Dwayne Brown ( Bubba ) (64.12.116.198) - Sat Nov 7 13:53:27 2009

Hi Bob ,

This is a common problem on big block Chevys . The starter is over heating due to engine heat and very little air room under the hood . Many chevy specality parts suppliers offer a selonoid

kit to fix this probler. It consists of a Ford starter selonois and wireing harness and a jumper strip that jumps the chevy starter selonoid( as a screwdriver does )You can purchase the kit or buy the parts at any parts store. The Ford Selonoid bolts to the fender apron under the hood and is about half as big as your fist . That'll fix you up !

Good Luck , See Ya Bubba

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