1985 Toyota Pickup starting problem

Tiny
CLAYTON AFELIN
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  • 1985 TOYOTA PICKUP
  • 4 CYL
  • 4WD
  • MANUAL
  • 128,000 MILES
My toyota starts fine first thing in the morning. Then after it runs somewhere for awhile and shut it off it sometimes wont start on its own. It will start with a jump start or a kick start down a slope. And the after market gage shows its at 12v instead of 14v. Whats a good way to fix that, has to be the battery, alternator, or wiring. Please help me winter is here early (ALASKA) and I need it.
Monday, September 27th, 2010 AT 12:08 PM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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If you short out the starter solenoid and it engages the engine-Check and test the clutch switch and ignition switch-also double check the battery and connections

The gauge reading should be 13.5 or better-check the alternator -could be the main problem here
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Monday, September 27th, 2010 AT 8:08 PM

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