Truck suddenly wont start

Tiny
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  • 1999 FORD F-150
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  • 130,000 MILES
The truck suddenly wont start. It wont turn over at all. It makes a very load clicking noise somewhere close to the battery but it is not the battery. I had to push start it (pop the clutch).
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Tuesday, May 3rd, 2016 AT 2:27 PM

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Tiny
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Check for power at the main starter cable, it should be battery voltage, check for battery voltage at the starter solenoid wire with the key on crank, and if ok re check main terminal with the key on crank to see if there is a serious voltage drop, if all ok remove starter and get inspected.
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Tuesday, May 3rd, 2016 AT 2:43 PM
Tiny
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Okay, will check on that stuff. Thank you for helping me. I am not very knowledgeable about much of this. I appreciate you very much.
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Tuesday, May 3rd, 2016 AT 6:38 PM
Tiny
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Re post if you get stuck you will need a multi meter to take the voltage readings
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Tuesday, May 3rd, 2016 AT 7:21 PM

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