C3-1970 Starting problem

[pat lamanna #13618]

When I start my 70 corvette, I turn the key all the way forward,
the engine does not crank, It starts when I release the key.
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
Pat

[John H.]

Re: C3-1970 Starting problem

Pat -

Can you clarify the problem? If it cranks in the "start" position but doesn't fire until you release the key to the "on" position, that's usually one problem (20-ga. yellow coil bypass wire from the "R" terminal on the starter solenoid to the coil + terminal broken/loose/disconnected), and if it doesn't crank at all in the "start" position and then cranks/starts when the key is released back to the "on" position as you describe, I can't imagine how it would start and then disconnect power to the solenoid at the same time.

[pat lamanna #13618]

Re: C3-1970 Starting problem

Thanks John,
Yes it cranks in the "start" position, but does not fire till you release the key to the "on" position. I'll check my 20-ga yellow wire from "R" to "coil +".
My car is a 70 LT1 with TI ignition, It has had a full "NCRS" rstoration.
Runs great once started.
Regards
Pat

[Donald S.]

Re: C3-1970 Starting problem

Pat,

Did you have your amplifier "upgraded" with the solid state unit that Dave Fiedler offers? I had the same exact problem and was resolved when I replaced it with a stock piece.

Don Smith #28087

[pat lamanna #13618]

Re: C3-1970 Starting problem

Don, Thanks
Yes, I replaced my stock Amp. with one from Corvette Central, I assume Dave supplies CC. I'm going back to my stock Amp.
Pat