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by Reggie Zeigler
Sun Sep 21, 2003 6:04 pm
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain
Topic: Starting Problem on '78 DJE Mark
Replies: 6
Views: 338

Starting Problem on '78 DJE Mark

Just wanted to post an update - after more searching, I discovered the problem was with my battery shutoff assembly (one of those things that you turn to interupt the connection). While it looked great on the outside, I cracked it open and found the heavy corrosion on the inside. Thanks for all your...
by Reggie Zeigler
Tue Sep 09, 2003 8:18 pm
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain
Topic: Starting Problem on '78 DJE Mark
Replies: 6
Views: 338

Starting Problem on '78 DJE Mark

Thanks for the suggestion Eddie. I wish it was that simple. Both battery cables and all of the wires going to/from the starter and solenoid are perfect with no corrosion/rust. They are also nice and tight. Except for this occassional problem, the car always starts right up with minimal cranking and ...
by Reggie Zeigler
Tue Sep 09, 2003 6:59 pm
Forum: Engine & Drivetrain
Topic: Starting Problem on '78 DJE Mark
Replies: 6
Views: 338

Starting Problem on '78 DJE Mark

Hello, I have a 22,000 mile DJE Mark V that has a starting problem. When I try to start it, I sometimes hear a 'pop' and all electricity in the car goes dead - radio, lights, etc. (of course the car doesn't start). I open the hood and the hood light is out. If I wiggle the negative battery cable, th...
by Reggie Zeigler
Tue Jun 18, 2002 10:39 am
Forum: Electrical & Accessories
Topic: 1978 Moonroof inoperable
Replies: 0
Views: 120

1978 Moonroof inoperable

Hello, I have a 1978 DJE with the factory moonroof. It is closed and when I hit the switch, I can hear the motor working but the glass does not move. I'm assuming that it's a cable problem. But I can't access the cables without removing the halo and opening the panel. Definitely a catch-22 situation...