*help* Slow start

[limp mode]

i got my e30 about 2 months ago its a m52 OBD1 swap with about 90k on the motor. so in the past two days when i go to start the car it has a slow hesitating start like almost the starter is dying? Wanted to know if that is the case or is it a ground that could be causing the issue. Help me to track the issue down. Thanks r3v

[justin_l_]

Slow to start as in turns over slow or cranks normal but takes a lot of cranking to start?

[devon.818]

get your battery tested

wait where in md are ya, we got a interstate battery tester, if you're local swing by.

but yeah thats what it sounds like

[shiboujin]

or bad engine ground. or bad connection to the battery

[limp mode]

to clarify the car will crank and start in normal time (usally a few chugs before turning over normal) but the chugs are super slow sounds like its about to die. i think the battery is ok but im not going to rule it out. it might be a ground. is there a ground strap on the starter? were should i start to look?

[shiboujin]

ground strap attaches to the block and the frame. should be on the oil pan on the driver's side. Never hurts to add more.

But usually, this is a sign of a dying battery.