Symptoms:

 

About 30% of the time while cranking the engine, the engine will turn slightly, then stop (as if the battery is not providing enough current). After I repeat this process about six times, the engine will turn over and start.

 

About 70% of the time, the engine will start on the first try, no problem.

 

The battery test at Autozone indicates that the battery is good. I also run that battery in another car, with no problems.

 

I'd like to solve this. Where to start?

If the battery checks out okay....

 

Battery cables and/or starter.

Starter.

 

Located on the right hand side of the transmission bell housing.

My 85 has been doing the same thing, and it was the electric choke...