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Old Sep 4, 2001 | 09:26 PM
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iv got a 79 F-150 4x4 with a 351M. it will start right up but as i let go of the key it stalls. iv replaced the starter solenoid with one i know works from my 78 F-100.I also replaced the voltage regulater and ingnition box from my 79 F-250. the f250 didnt have a moter in it when i got it so i dont know if these parts work. any sujestions thanks
 
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Old Sep 4, 2001 | 10:53 PM
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wont run 351M

iv got a 79 F-150 4x4 with a 351M. it will start right up but as i let go of the key it stalls. iv replaced the starter solenoid with one i know works from my 78 F-100.I also replaced the voltage regulater and ingnition box from my 79 F-250. the f250 didnt have a moter in it when i got it so i dont know if these parts work. any sujestions thanks
Check the voltage on the '+' terminal of the coil with the ignition switch 'ON' with a meter. It should read 9 to 14 Volts. Check it again while someone cranks the motor (you could pull the coil wire to prevent it from starting). The meter should be about the same.
If the first reading is low or zero, then you have an open resistor wire. The reason it starts is that 'open' circuit is bypassed when starting.

Dan Lee
'53 F100
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it was the ignition switch thanks
 
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