1978 electrical problem, will not start
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1978 electrical problem, will not start
Hello,
I just purchased a 1978 F250 Ranger Lariat, AT, A/C, Cruise, Tilt, 460.
It has a few problems. I just drove it a couple miles to my buddies place, and now it will not even engage the starter.
The lights work, but do not dim when i turn the key. I tried to jump it, but not even a click from the solenoid. I checked the connections, they are all good.
Now my wife is giving me a really hard time about the truck I bought that stranded me on its first trip from the house.
I would greatly appreciate any ideas.
I just purchased a 1978 F250 Ranger Lariat, AT, A/C, Cruise, Tilt, 460.
It has a few problems. I just drove it a couple miles to my buddies place, and now it will not even engage the starter.
The lights work, but do not dim when i turn the key. I tried to jump it, but not even a click from the solenoid. I checked the connections, they are all good.
Now my wife is giving me a really hard time about the truck I bought that stranded me on its first trip from the house.
I would greatly appreciate any ideas.
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Either the solenoid is bad, or it's not getting a trigger signal. You need to check for power getting to the 'S' post first as Redtires019 describes above. Why ask for advice if you're just going to do your own thing anyway?
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Yesterday I ran a jumper to the starter just to make sure it wasn't stuck. I have not yet done any other diagnosis since it is parked at my friend's house and i didnt have my tools. I will be heading over there soon and use the advice i have been given so far and will report back. Thank you all
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Applying power to the 'S' post of the solenoid is what actually makes it close. The solenoid will never engage without this.
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Thank you all for your help, I had to hotwire it to get it home and out of his driveway. I checked out the wiring behind the ignition switch and it is a mess. The previous owner had spliced in multiple places. I really appreciate all of the input. I will pick up a new switch and do some wire repairs later this week or weekend.
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