bronco wont start

[buckstone]

here we go again. battery is ok. there's a clicking sound when i turn ignition, but the engine wont turn over. almost, then just dies, then all goes dead. was working fine yesterday. so, what's the best way to troubleshoot? either a faulty starter, ignition, and/or alternator?
thanks.

 

[73stallion]

first thing i'd do is check for a loose connection. check your battery and starter cables.

 

[vbro]

If it starts but dies soon after, I would check the fuel filter and alternator. Also make sure your battery is clean and dry. Moisture across the top can drain the juice from a battery. Here in the desert, when it gets hot, that coupled with the high heat drains my battery. It's tough when you have an alarm with a kill switch.

 

[antnykk]

sounds like a connection

 

[buckstone]

thanks. the battery is pretty dry and clean , so i'm thinking a bad conection. any specifics on what/where to check ?- have never troubleshooted the starting system and/or wires before. got the voltmeter and circuit light tester. all the wiring is stock 76. thanks.

 

[buckstone]

it was the wiring. just cleaned it a bit near the relay - she starts fine now. thanks for the tips.