4000s starting issue (no click/crank)

[Mark R]

I don't have one to look at and confirm, sorry.  But it's worth
stressing, actually *test* wiring with a multimeter.  Visual tests,
*especially* with older wiring simply isn't good enough.  Also worth
testing while wiggling the wires, especially near connections.

Mark Rosenkrantz

 The yellow coated wire looks OK coming from the
> battery positive.
> 
> Can anyone confirm the upper & lower terminals on the
> solenoid? It's ugly trying to visually check in the
> engine as it's an oldie/rusty beast.
> 
> alex v.