parsifal

Is excess current from starter good? I'll get someone to check it. I had another 1998 Lexus LS400 I bought in 2003 with 50,000 miles on it. Kept it until it had 270,000 miles on it. Never a problem. Not one. I wrecked front end 10 years ago and couldn't find used parts to fix it or I'd still driving it. Love the cars. 

1998 Lexus LS400 sometimes will not start immediately.

A single clicking noise under hood when key is turned.

After several attempts it usually cranks. Has150,000 miles.

On 1/20/2015 Lexus of Memphis service history states that at 77,840 miles "owner stated it needed to be jumped 4 times in last month. Valve covers are leaking on alternator. Replaced alternator but customer declined to valve cover reseal."

Has anyone had a problem like this? Did you reseal valve covers? Any advice would help. Thank you.