1977 Ford F 250 Manual Transmission Usually Starts First Try Even Though Only

1977 FORD F-250
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manual transmission. Usually starts first try even though I only use it a dozen times a year. Started the truck yesterday after not being used for months and it started and drove fine. Today it won't start. Engine won't even try to turn over. Just makes a single "click" noise when I turn the key.
Voltage test shows battery has 12+ volts. I cleaned the small amount of debree off the distributor cap. Then I replaced the starter solenoid. still has same symtoms. what should I try next?
Feb 12, 2013 at 1:46 AM
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BEEN LUCKY WITH THE STARTING!

I USUALLY HAVE TO JUMP THE ONE I DRIVE RARELY

TAKE YOUR BATTERY TO A POPULAR AUTO PARTS STORE FOR MORE INTENSE TESTING---THEY USUALLY DO IT FOR FREE!

THEN REINSTALL----STILL NOT GOOD?

TRY THE STUFF I MAKE MENTION OF IN MY LINK

https://www.2carpros.com/questions/1996-chevrolet-tahoe-wont-start-sounds-dead-battery-jumpbox-get-same-reults

RETURN HERE WITH A BIG OLE GRIN

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Feb 12, 2013 at 2:43 AM
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