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Hi all,
I've got a problem with my 75 TS where when I go to start it there is a crank noise from the starter and then it dies, and there is no power at all (windows, lights etc). When I disconnect the positive terminal and put it back power is restored but the same thing happens when I go to start it.
It's like it's shorting or something.
Very occasionally it starts and is seemingly fine. Then after I go to start it again the started motor cranks for a split second and then all power is cut.
Any ideas?
I think there is an immobiliser fitted.
Thanks in advance.

This sounds a lot like a really bad main ground. I would check that first.

Ok I'll check Greg. Thanks.

If .....If you have a battery terminal of the replacement kind...that the cable is clamped to the end that goes on the battery post...re do the cable in its clamp (clean any corrosion present). I just had the same symptoms and it was the positive not making good contact with the battery.

hth,
Scott

Not to say that Greg is wrong....he is quite correct, just that I had another reason for that problem.

Scott

clean and inspect both primary power and ground at BOTH ends

Well I found the problem. After I cleaned the earths, no joy.
Then noticed that the battery connections looked a bit high so I got a hammer and hammered them right down on to the terminals. Starts first time every time.
Thanks anyway guys, love how everyone's willing to help.