Major problem need help.
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From: G-bourg SK
Major problem need help.
i just put a 400 into my 78, i turned the key and nothing happend, all the lights came on like normal but the starter didn't click or anything. any help is appreciated
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That is in no way a major problem. Starter solenoid, battery connections, neutral safety switch, or key switch. Get your test light out!
More info just a few posts below this one.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/6...er-by-key.html
More info just a few posts below this one.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/6...er-by-key.html
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From: Gadsden Purchase
Like Torque, I see it as an easy one. :)
Time to call in one of your favors since you don't have a meter or know how to use one. :/ Get your favor returned from your friend that has a meter and knows how to use it. :)
No favors?
No friends with a meter?
Well ok, yeah, it's a major problem. :/
Start swappin out new parts until the trouble clears up. ;)
Bring money. ;)
Alvin in AZ
Time to call in one of your favors since you don't have a meter or know how to use one. :/ Get your favor returned from your friend that has a meter and knows how to use it. :)
No favors?
No friends with a meter?
Well ok, yeah, it's a major problem. :/
Start swappin out new parts until the trouble clears up. ;)
Bring money. ;)
Alvin in AZ
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For this one no meter required, all he needs is a simple test light.
Part Number: 648344 $3.49 at Advance Auto Parts...
http://www.partsamerica.com/ProductD...egoryCode=3391
Part Number: 648344 $3.49 at Advance Auto Parts...
http://www.partsamerica.com/ProductD...egoryCode=3391
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From: G-bourg SK
well thanks for the help and it turns out i hooked the starter cable between the piece of brass and the metal on the starter so i am an idiot but it's all working good now.
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Try this
Sounds like a loose ground off the solenoid. Check all the wires from the Battery to the starter, and back to the block.
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