Notices

Electrical hell

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 13, 2021 | 08:20 AM
  #1  
Mrifle's Avatar
Mrifle
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Nov 2021
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
Electrical hell

Hey guys,
let me apologize that I'm new to being a auto mechanic. I started my engine rebuild with my brother and finished it. My two children couldn't believe it when it started for the first time. I cried.

I'm to the electrical hell of turn signals, lights, horn. . .WTH!
My problem seems to be mainly the drivers side. I have done the obvious steps sockets, bulbs, fuses. I ordered a new turn signal harness as my next fix. I pray that from what I've read that the TSS could effect the lights. 🤞
The grounds. I guess I think they look like grounds screwed to the body. How do I know when my ground is bad?
Thank you for all the info. In this forum it has helped tremendously.
​​​​​​
P.S. I have my timing around 22* btdc but my idle is high and jerks into gear. I think I have my idle screw as far out and seems it doesn't reduce the idle. When I adjust the timing to a sweet idle it runs like crap bogging and chocking.
Thank you guys for any help.
Please be kind this is my first rodeo.
 
Reply
Old Nov 16, 2021 | 07:23 AM
  #2  
BPofMD's Avatar
BPofMD
FTE Legend
Veteran: Navy
15 Year Member
Liked
Community Favorite
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 65,938
Likes: 1,432
From: Millersville, MD
Club FTE Silver Member

Scroll down from the main page to the engine you overhauled. This is the wrong place to get your issue answered.
 
Reply
Old Nov 16, 2021 | 04:23 PM
  #3  
RLXXI's Avatar
RLXXI
Lead Driver
Community Influencer
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Nov 2020
Posts: 7,128
Likes: 1,945
From: Sportsman's Paradise
and/or post in the section of your year model truck which you might mention as no one is going to be able to help you without knowing what you're working on.
 
Reply
Old Feb 4, 2022 | 07:07 PM
  #4  
BLUE79SHORTY's Avatar
BLUE79SHORTY
New User
Joined: Feb 2022
Posts: 4
Likes: 0
My Electrical hell solved.

I had a similar problem. I had no side marker lights ,tail lights or reverse lights my turn signals wouldn't work as soon as the head lights were turned on.I checked grounds added grounds checked wires and sockets and found nothing.
I took it to my friends garage and put it on the lift.
my friends son checked the wires for like 30 seconds
looked back at the trailer hitch plug and said I but it's in that mess . He pulled it a part and found it was done wrong. He fixed it. Total process took 10 minutes. Ever light and turn signal work now.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
chuckieboi
New Member Introductions
2
Mar 21, 2008 04:30 AM
mike L
General NON-Automotive Conversation
21
Feb 13, 2006 10:33 PM
jonm61
General NON-Automotive Conversation
7
Oct 4, 2004 02:16 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:35 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

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


VIEW MORE