posted 04-10-2015 11:31 AM                  

I bought one of these
http://www.amazon.com/INNOVA-3721-Battery-Charging-Monitor/dp/B000EVWDU0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1428683391&sr=8-1&keywords=check+battery+from+cigarette+lighter

posted 04-10-2015 11:33 AM                  

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Originally posted by padroo:
I would clean the ground terminals at both the battery and where it connects to the frame. Check all connections even at the starter. I would have the starter checked for current draw after that. I assume the fan belt is tight and the amp meter is reading just at or slightly below 14 Volts.

I bought one of these
http://www.amaz on.com/INNOVA-3721-Battery-Charging-Monitor/dp/B000EVWDU0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1428683391&sr=8-1&keywords=check+battery+from+cigarette+lighter

It doesn't cost much and while you are having problems you can keep it plugged into the power port and watch the exact voltage on your system.

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I once installed too small of a battery in my car and it would not keep up with the electrical demands of the car.

Sorry, I often hit quote instead of edit and catfish is no longer here to yell at me. lol I do apologize.
I do miss catfish's posts.

posted 04-10-2015 04:05 PM                  

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Originally posted by padroo:
I would clean the ground terminals at both the battery and where it connects to the frame. Check all connections even at the starter. I would have the starter checked for current draw after that. I assume the fan belt is tight and the amp meter is reading just at or slightly below 14 Volts.

I bought one of these
http://www.amaz on.com/INNOVA-3721-Battery-Charging-Monitor/dp/B000EVWDU0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1428683391&sr=8-1&keywords=check+battery+from+cigarette+lighter

It doesn't cost much and while you are having problems you can keep it plugged into the power port and watch the exact voltage on your system.

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posted 04-12-2015 06:46 PM                  

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Originally posted by PCBProwler:
Thanks guys, I will check those items, yes the alternator was putting out 13.8 and I realize the battery could be bad even though it is fairly new. I am having the starter checked in the morning and just may switch up to an Optima battery as well. I will also get one of those monitors, thanks again for the advice.

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Make sure you let us know how it all works out, please.

posted 08-04-2015 11:21 AM                  

The Prowlers seem to have more ground issues than normal cars and my guess it is because of the aluminum frame. I wonder if it would help to use something like this to prevent it from happening NOALOX 4 oz. Anti-Oxidant Compound.

It is used on electrical connections where aluminum wire is used with dissimilar metals to prevent corrosion. It wouldn't hurt that's for sure

posted 08-04-2015 06:04 PM                  

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Originally posted by padroo:
The Prowlers seem to have more ground issues than normal cars and my guess it is because of the aluminum frame.

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Go hang around C1 thru C3 Corvette owners and I imagine they feel the same way.
I would expect that the C4 and newer ones would have most of those issues resolved but wouldn't be surprised if they share the issue too.

posted 08-04-2015 08:47 PM                  

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Originally posted by padroo:
Thanks for posting even if it took a while.

The Prowlers seem to have more ground issues than normal cars and my guess it is because of the aluminum frame. I wonder if it would help to use something like this to prevent it from happening NOALOX 4 oz. Anti-Oxidant Compound.

It is used on electrical connections where aluminum wire is used with dissimilar metals to prevent corrosion. It wouldn't hurt that's for sure

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ideal-NOALOX-4-oz-Anti-Oxidant-Compound-30-026/202276208

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posted 08-15-2015 10:22 PM                  

Use NOALOX Anti-Oxidant Compound or Anti-Seize to prevent corrosion (high electrical resistance) between copper ground wire and aluminum chassis and engine.

Many people use Dielectric Grease on connectors and bulb sockets, but don't understand what is really happening. The "Wiping Effect" of pushing connectors together or rotating bulb in its socket displaces Dielectric Grease allowing for the electrical connection. Grease then serves to keep out air and contaminates that leads to corrosion. It's very effective for this application and I do use it.

However, the wiping effect of tightening a bolt or screw will not displace all the Dielectric Grease. In high current applications this problem shows up mainly as a high resistance connection, such as when engaging starter motor. Hope this helps.

posted 08-18-2015 07:54 AM                  

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Originally posted by cstall:
If the car starts OK cold but is hard to start after it's warmed up, it could be the common problem with the fuel pump going bad.

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Thanks for this, I might have this problem

Yesterday when I picked up the car from the garage (first time) it started just fine, stopped for gas on the way home and was hard to start

then went to a bar for about 1 hour and was hard to start (could it be warm still then ?)

This morning, started at first turn again

wonder if it's the fuel pump or the fact it was in transit for 3 months

posted 08-18-2015 08:54 AM                  

Betting on the fuel pump module....

posted 08-18-2015 01:57 PM                  

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Originally posted by ed monahan:
Give this a try. When the car is warm, turn on the key but don't hit the starter. Let the fuel pump do its job for about 10 seconds and see if that helps somewhat. I had the problem on a '99. Never had it on the later models.

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