When I press the starter switch there is frequently a one second delay before the starter starts to spin. I am not a busy man so the one second is not the end of the world, but I have to think this hesitation should not be part of my life.

I have removed the starter armature and it's surrounding case and cleaned both. The brushes are within specification. The starter cable is secure (no corrosion) and battery is new (but the problem pre-dates the current battery).

I have changed the starter relay (with a previously used relay) but the hesitation persists.

I'm looking for suggestions. Thoughts?

Time to clean the starter switch on your right handle.

In a bucket, because if you don't, the spring will make a successful bid for freedom.

I cleaned the switch - oh, and BTW I spent 30 minutes looking for one of the springs - six months ago.  The problem preceded this cleaning - and continues to this day.

davemadsen wrote:my plan now is to start complaining about every trivial problem

That's the primary function of Internet vehicle forums.

Dai wrote:In a bucket, because if you don't, the spring will make a successful bid for freedom.

or a clear plastic bag.