Slow/No Starting (2005 216 Sport)

[Mink]

I recently bought an '05 216 Sport with a 330 Excalibur (GM) (has a brand new battery) and have been having some intermittent issues with starting.

After entering the keypad password and holding the Start button, I get one of three results:

1. The engine cranks once, 1-2 second delay, then turns over fine (happens 80% of the time)
2. I get clicks as if the battery isn't sufficiently charged (will happen on cold start when I have the blower running). If I turn the blower off it typically results in the slow start like in (1) above.
3. I get nothing. Blower/bilge/radio/etc. work fine but engine doesn't even try to crank. If I keep trying eventually it does usually turn over like in (1) above.

Note: The battery gauge is showing 14 volts during operation so the alternator appears to be charging.

Does anyone know what is causing this? My research shows the starter relay solenoid may be bad, but this may be on older/different models (Ford blocks / GT-40). Maybe I need to change the starter? If you recommend a part a link would be great.

Thanks guys,
Mink

[NautiqueJeff]

Yep, sounds like the starter relay is going. Here's the part you want:

https://nautiqueparts.com/solenoid-s...ay-heavy-duty/

use discount code PND for 10% off.

[Scooter G]

Interesting (Did you see this?):

NOTE: The Nautique factory is closed due to HURRICANE IDALIA this will
delay special orders and drop ship items

[Mink]

Thanks guys! Part ordered. If you've done it personally, do you have any tips for changing this relay? Is it a royal pain?

[mpost]

check all batery connections at teh battery, relay, etc. May be a corroded connection or cable itself.