Hi guys, this is the first forum I've been in, really happy to find one just for these amazing vehicles.

I have a Ford Maverick 1988 4.2 diesel WRGY60 and have just recently starting having occasional problems in starting it up.

First noticed it when I parked the car after driving for a few hours, got back in the car not long afterwards but when turning the key it just made a "click' when it should have started up. Had to get it jump started.

I replaced the starter battery that was on its way out anyway and then left it with my brother for 3 weeks, during which it happened again.

I just started driving it again yesterday and it happened again, but after the 3rd time of turning back the key all the way and trying again she started.

I've had alternator checked and it's charging fine, a mechanic i spoke with reckoned could be starter motor or maybe ignition.

We're on a round trip of Australia and are currently in Darwin.

Has this happened to anyone else? I'd really appreciate some help.

Thank you all

Jack