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Old Nov 2, 2003 | 08:27 PM
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engine wont turn off

I have an '85 E350 381 5.0L with some apparent eletrical problems. With the key out of the ignition there is a current draw and the battery will go dead overnight. Also, after being started the engine continues to run after the ignition switch is turned off and key removed. I have replaced the ignition switch / key lock assembly with no success. The starter, solenoid, duraspark unit, alternator, and regulator have all been replaced for other reasons. Any guidance on where I should start looking would be appreciated.
 
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Old Nov 3, 2003 | 08:59 PM
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EFI or Carb?
 
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Old Nov 4, 2003 | 09:13 PM
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it has a carburetor, sorry for the ambiguity.
 
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Old Nov 5, 2003 | 02:39 PM
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The switch under the steering column could be your problem...it provides current to your ignition mod.
 
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Old Nov 8, 2003 | 09:28 PM
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Does it have a tilt column? The actuator could be broken. It's a $20 part from Ford, but takes a couple of hours to disassemble the column & install.

 
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Old Nov 11, 2003 | 09:05 AM
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Does anyone have a step-by-step on replacing this? I need to do that this week so I can get my baby back on the road...

Help please?
 
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