Jumpin Jack Flash Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Hi everyone,I did a search on BlatChat but to be honest there must be something wrong since I get a lot of irrelevant results.The issue is simple, my 1.6 K Series (01/11/2004, so one of the late K Series) suffers from the infamous K Series click. It has the starter with the solenoid on the bottom, wrapped in some sort of heat shield.There are a number of solutions, but I was thinking of simply getting an alternative starter motor. On my Super Seven Twin Cam I put an Edge starter motor and never had any problems afterwards. Perhaps there is for the K Series a good alternative on the market.The car is mainly being used on track.Thanks for the adviceJJF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Jonathan Kay Posted July 27, 2018 Member Share Posted July 27, 2018 There are a number of solutions, but I was thinking of simply getting an alternative starter motor.I wouldn't do that until I was sure that was the problem... it could be an expensive way of discovering that it isn't.Revilla's demystification.Jonathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david nelson Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 The cheapest way is to get a new solenoid and then look at the wiring. I have a Brise starter and have gone through a few solenoids. I think they do not like the heat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Area Representative Paul Richards Posted July 27, 2018 Area Representative Share Posted July 27, 2018 If it is the K click it normally occurs when the engine is hot. Don’t waste money on a new starter. Spend £10 fitting a relay before you do anything else. http://lowflying.lotus7.club/2003/2003_06_02_Starter.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumpin Jack Flash Posted July 29, 2018 Author Share Posted July 29, 2018 Hi guys,I am going to tackle it step by step.1. Replace the solenoid.2. Fit an external relay.I have the Magneton starter, with the relay at the underside. I have found a solenoid on the internet for £30, but it is not 100% sure that it is the right type. Can anyone recommend where to get the right one?JJF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revilla Posted July 30, 2018 Share Posted July 30, 2018 https://www.woodauto.com/product/SND1250 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumpin Jack Flash Posted July 31, 2018 Author Share Posted July 31, 2018 Revilla,Thanks, I have also found your explanation concerning the wiring and the loss of voltage, especially in a circuit with a FIA switch. So, I' ll certainly use your guidance and experience.CheersJJF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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