Engine won\'t start! Help!

[Martin]

Ok I finally got my FD home, but it won\'t start now (after 100miles drive)! basically the engine doesn\'t turn... just a whirling noise! no movement from in the engine bay at all.. pullys doesn\'t turn etc.

I tried jump leads (thx Brian)etc... but still doesn\'t start. I called Hayward and he(Carl?) says it sounds like the starter motor is naffed.

I\'m gonna get a mobile mechanic to take a look in the morning... but just wanted you guys opinion and advice.
 
Anyone have any ideas?

Thanks
Martin

[Gman]

Tried bumping it? this should prove if its the starter or somthing more serious.  need some strong people though, good luck hope its somthing not too serious-i have just collected my fd from Scotland now has boost spikes, so your not alone with a few teething problems.

[Martin]

pushing?... I\'ll get a grease monkey to take a look... nice looking car by the way Gman;)  just dying for a GT wing to finish off perhaps?

*Free plug time*

I got my MOT from Thames Valley MOT today, travelled 45miles specially to get it... Dave Thompson.. excellent chap! anywhere else would have failed me for sure!

[Martin]

All fixed! it was only a loose starter motor! phew!

[<Daneh>]

Glad to hear it wasnt anything big. mine still need some bushes done.

cant complain though for a 11 year old car, ther is a flat spot between the 2 turbo\'s which feels abit wierd though.