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Old Apr 11, 2021 | 07:35 PM
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Hello. I am new to this forum.
I have a 1996 Ford E350 with a transit bus body. I used to run it as a mobile shop, but it has sat for the past several years.
I am trying to get it running again, but when I stuck a battery in it I get power to the lights but nothing else. Radio is dead, dash is dark and more importantly, nothing to the starter.
I have checked a bunch of the fuses, all good so far. The ignition is loose so I pulled it out and it looks fine.
I can post pictures of parts/areas if it would help.

If anyone has any great ideas (regarding this bus) I would love to hear them.
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Old Apr 11, 2021 | 08:32 PM
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You'll need to pull a schematic. Not sure if it'll digfer van vs truck. Basic troubleshooting should help get power to the starter.
 
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Old Apr 12, 2021 | 03:28 PM
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Start with basics...fresh cleaned battery terminals, clean all grounds, make sure the batteries are good, etc.

Of course check all fuses too.
 
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