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Aug 14, 2014 | 08:34 PM

oldwiley

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Trouble starting

Hi All. This is my first post on here so hopefully it works. The problem I have is with a 1958 f100 project I am working on with my dad. When I turn the key to start the truck you have to let it turn over a few times then let of and the engine will start after you have let off the starter. If I keep it all the way over so the starter is winging it won't start. I have changed the key switch and the problem still persists. I am thinking there might be an issue with the solenoid. Any thoughts or suggestions would be helpful.

Aug 15, 2014 | 04:45 PM

Damifiknow

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Make sure all the wiring to dizzy and starter solenoid are tight and not broken. Points set right? Sure you got the ignition switch wired right? Electrical troubleshooting sucks. Goodluck.