Notices
1968-Present E-Series Van/Cutaway/Chassis Econolines. E150, E250, E350, E450 and E550

Strange electrical issue on 92 conversion van

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Feb 10, 2017 | 07:57 PM
  #1  
James Hogan's Avatar
James Hogan
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 51
Likes: 1
Strange electrical issue on 92 conversion van

Earlier today I had a new Alpine radio with bluetooth, thumb drive, Cd/Mp3, FM, Sirius XM features professionally installed in my 92 van. All the wiring was soldered and shrunk wrapped.

Prior to the installation the van always started with no problem.

When the tech finished the installation, the van started right up and I started home. Radio plays like a dream. I noticed that I was running low on gas and pulled into a gas station.

After fueling up, I turned the ignition key on and...nothing. Didn't turn over and wouldn't start. A good hearted soul came over to help me but jiggling the gear shift, trying to start it in neutral and a couple of other thing that we tried couldn't get the van to start. Finally he got under the van and jumped the starter and it started.

I drove it home and let it run for about an hour to charge the battery (which is nearly new) and then turned it off.

Then I tried to start it again but it wouldn't turn over (and I couldn't hear the bendix engage) and it wouldn't start.

Anyone care to suggest what to try next?

Sorry for the double post but I can't get either one to delete.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
James Hogan
1968-Present E-Series Van/Cutaway/Chassis
7
Feb 17, 2017 08:18 PM
nalts
1968-Present E-Series Van/Cutaway/Chassis
4
Sep 18, 2010 07:15 AM
David Bese
Ranchero & 1961 - 1967 Econoline
2
Mar 19, 2000 09:43 AM
Donald Lasell
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
3
Mar 7, 2000 09:07 PM
Donald Lasell
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
3
Mar 7, 2000 05:02 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:19 PM.

story-0
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-1
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-2
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-3
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE
story-6
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

Slideshow: Everything You Need to Know about the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-07 17:51:06


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!

Slideshow: 10 most surprising Ford truck options/features in 2026.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 11:17:22


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026

Slideshow: Here are the top 10 Fords coming to Mecum Indy 2026.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-04 13:49:49


VIEW MORE
story-9
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time

Slideshow: The 5 best and 5 worst Ford truck wheels of all time

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-29 16:49:01


VIEW MORE