4Runner won't start

[Hunter-AZ]

So it started off as irratating and has become a nightmare. Every once in a while when I would turn the key I would get a click, the voltimeter drops, lights dim but no crank, this was one click only. so if you hit the ignition a few times it would start. Then it got worse. After 15 or 20 clicks it would start. turn key click, turn key click. Then worse yet till finally all I get is the click and no payoff.

So here is what I have done. Checked battery and all connections. Replaced the starter and checked all connections. Replaced starter relay, solenoid relay. Replaced ignition switch. I even bypassed the alarm system. I am at the end of my rope. Oh and I should mention that if I roll start it it will start.

This is an 86 runner, 22re, sr5
ANY HELP would be appreciated :mad:

[keyice]

clean the ignition contacts in the switch common problem.

[Hunter-AZ]

keyice, I put a new ignition switch in. what contacts do you mean? Thanks for the reply, i just need a little clarification. :dunno:

[JOKER]

When you checked the battery did you check the amps and voltage?

[toyotatuner]

I had a friend that had the exact problem, only it was a Bronco, turns out that the starter was grounding out near the engine, vibration + heat made the cable housing wear away. replaced the cable and no problems, for a while, he eventually had to relocate the wires away from heat and put a wrap on them. weird. check the resistance in your wires, check your voltage. hope this helps. also, definetly put in a new battery, peroid, and have your alternator tested, it may be the culprit in killing your battery, if that is truly the problem.
aloha,
-John

[Hunter-AZ]

Thanks for all suggestions. Had the battery tested, it is fine and the alternator is new. I don't think it is a problem there. Any more thoughts would be appreciated.

[bbagwell]

You could put in a push button start. Even if it was temporary until you fixed the problem.

[Hunter-AZ]

http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/CheapTricks/Starter.shtml#OtherOptions

This appears to have been the fix. Hey at least my entire starting system is now brand new.... thanks for the replies :redspotda