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No power any were no inside lights, no dash lights, no ingition lights when key is turned, Engine won't turn over. Battery is good, Before reaching this condition was running very ruff. I heard a pop or click sound from the right side under the hood the last time there was any responds.I don't know if that was something blowing are the starder using the last drop of juice.

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I know you think the battery is ok, but it could be a little weak and not capible of holding 500 ccv so, Check the battery like this:
Turn on the headlights, then try to start the car.
If the headlights do not dim or go out, then the battery is likely ok.
Check that the battery cable plus post, goes to the starter, Minus post to a good ground, like the engine.
If wiring is ok, then look at the starter solenoid for a good connection, and proper voltage at the starter.
Problem is most likely the Solenoid's bendix gear or starting relay, Have someone bang on the starter while you try to start the car. This usually works by dislodging the bendix gear..
Hope this helps.

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I would check out the positive battery cable that runs to the starter, also , check all of the wires that are at the starter , to make sure that they are not loose, torn, burnt, ot frayed.

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