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Old Jan 15, 2002 | 11:33 AM
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I just pulled the engine out of an 88 bronco, 351. when i put it back in no power to the engine compartment, everything is hooked up correctly. all chassis wiring works perfectly. turn the key and the only thing that happens is the dummy lights. no fuel pump, no starter. i tried to jump the solenoid and it seems like its shorting just sparks, no starter at all... i need to get this thing out of my garage. thanks.
 
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Old Jan 15, 2002 | 04:53 PM
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NO JUICE AFTER ENGINE INSTALLATION

Check your GROUND.

Remove all connections made, clean and reconnect.

OH .... and Check the GROUND!!!!
 
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Old Jan 15, 2002 | 06:06 PM
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I would have to agree with Bob, i think its your grounds, maby to the starter solenoid, and fuel pump?
 
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Old Jan 16, 2002 | 09:57 PM
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Make sure that your ground cable goes to the chassis (frame)and there is a nice clean ground going from the chassis to the engine. Make sure all connections are clean and metal to metal contact.
 
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Old Jan 25, 2002 | 08:31 PM
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Old Jan 27, 2002 | 08:59 PM
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i found the problem! it was corrosion and broken contacts inside the plugs. took some major re-wiring but it works for now. thanks for the help!
 
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