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Old 05-13-2009 | 12:53 PM
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i have a 99 custom built softail and the starter is not engaging. it just sounds like it is grinding when i try to start it. any suggestions?
 
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Old 05-13-2009 | 01:55 PM
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Change the clutch

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Old 05-13-2009 | 02:01 PM
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Pull the derby cover and have someone hit the starter switch and see if the starter gear is engaging the ring gear, if it is and it's not spinning the motor over, + 1 on the clutch, the starter clutch that is. If not it may be the solenoid.
 
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