whizzing noise when turning over to start

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keiran
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Fri Oct 07, 2005 10:36 pm

i get a fast whizzing noise when turning over to start the engine,
it fires and runs fine instantly just this noise, sounds like an electric motor spinning quickly, :?
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bigdek
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Fri Oct 07, 2005 10:43 pm

starter is maybe sticking on ?
keiran
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Fri Oct 07, 2005 10:47 pm

dunno? it makes the noise while its turning over before it fires
then goes the instant it fires.
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Fri Oct 07, 2005 11:31 pm

fuel pump??
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Fri Oct 07, 2005 11:47 pm

it could be that the solenoid on the starter is not kicking in allowing the starter motor itself to spin freely before engaging with the flywheel and starting the engine.
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Fri Oct 07, 2005 11:49 pm

hi had the same problem on my cab, it means your starter is on its last legs. a second hand 1 cured mine:) now my brothers is doing it lol. check ebay and breakers yards. martin
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Sat Oct 08, 2005 12:33 am

What engine is it for?? I've got a couple of spares and will be in Sutton on Saturday.
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