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12-23-2011, 10:47 PM
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Starter power help
I know this is a post about a 79 but this side gets way more traffic and I might get a faster response...
So I just installed a standard column in my 79 GMC. It was once converted to a 4 speed from an automatic. I got everything all hooked up and what not. Went to start it and it has full power except it doesn't turn over. Lights, buzzers, radio and everything works as it should, just doesn't start. No clicking or anything on the starter. Any help as to what wires to check for power or ? thanks
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12-23-2011, 10:55 PM
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Re: Starter power help
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12-23-2011, 11:05 PM
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Re: Starter power help
99% sure it wasn't hooked up when I pulled the auto column
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12-23-2011, 11:28 PM
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Re: Starter power help
That.means there's a 1% chance its your problem. Look under the dash for the plug with 2 terminals and usually a purple and yellow wire in it( sometimes two purple) and make sure its jumped between the terminals.
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12-24-2011, 11:09 AM
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Re: Starter power help
Had an issue like that. Ended up a round issue. Check all your ground and clean them up.
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12-24-2011, 12:39 PM
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Re: Starter power help
If the column is all that was messed with, and it started before, then forgrt the grounds.
Double check the neutral switch. Check out the tumbler and the actual ignition switch. Posted via Mobile Device |
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12-24-2011, 07:58 PM
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Re: Starter power help
thanks a bunch guys, it was the neutral safety switch, plugged it in and fired right up. Now the headlights dont work? They worked before I hooked up the safety switch, but I think it might be the dimmer switch. Dang wiring demons from past owners...
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68 Chevy CST/10, 50th Anniversary, 327/th400, 373 posi, buckets 68 GMC Shortbox Stepside, 402/th400, Tilt, Tach, Bucket Seats, 3.08 Positraction 69 Chevy Camaro SS, 383, 4 speed, positraction 70 Chevy El Camino SS396, Triple Black, 454/th400, Tach 70 Chevy Shortbox Stepside 4x4, 350/th350, Tilt, Tach, Cab Lights, Bumper Guards, Tow Hooks 70 Chevy 3/4 Longbox, 350/auto, 70k, SURVIVOR 71 Chevy Blazer, CST, 350/auto 71 GMC Sierra K2500, 454, 4 speed, 4.10 posi, 37s 71 Custom/30, Open Road, 350/th400, tilt 72 Chevy Shortbox Fleetside, 496 Stroker/th400, Tilt, Tach, Bucket Seats, 3.42 Posi 72 GMC Sierra Grande 2500. 427/th400, tilt, a/c, tool and stowage, buckets/console, 3.54 posi |
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