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Originally posted by Bob R.:
If this happens only when the engine bay is hot, you can assume your starter is fried. I recommend the high-torque mini starter available from any Pantera specific vendor. The generic Ford 5.0 liter high torque starter from your local parts store will not work! (I learned with a $160 lesson). If this problem has nothing to do with temperature, I concur with the ground problem theory. You might also want to check the condition of the cable from the battery, especially if it's the original. Good Luck. Bob R. Tipo874@aol.com
I guess there's exceptions to every case. I only had my problem when the car was hot...
I may also add, when checking the grounding on your car don't forget the look over the central ground behind the dash which Jack DeRyke always mentions along with all the connections on your starter. If all the inexpensive fixes don't fix your problem...then look to replacing the starter.
Bob Eaton