The Ford Barn

phartman · 08-28-2022, 03:29 PM

1934 Ford Pickup converted to 12 volt and GM style 3-wire alternator so that I can run gauges and an idiot lights. Same starter solenoid as on my '61 that Ford used from the mid '50s-88.

Went to start the truck, and got low current, then no current when I turned the key and lifted the ignition lever. Normally I can hear the fuel pump come on after lifting the ignition lever and before hitting the starter button. Now, nothing. No fuel pump, no gauges register.

Battery is fully charged.

Thinking it was the starter solenoid, I replaced it. When I turn the key now and lift the ignition lever, at first I heard the solenoid click; now it buzzes as soon as I lift the starter lever.

Where should I begin my diagnosis? Bad ignition switch? Bad starter solenoid?
Not sure what my next step should be?

Thanks for the guidance.

08-28-2022, 03:29 PM	#1
phartman Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 339	Technical: Electrical- testing for solenoid or starter switch problem 1934 Ford Pickup converted to 12 volt and GM style 3-wire alternator so that I can run gauges and an idiot lights. Same starter solenoid as on my '61 that Ford used from the mid '50s-88. Went to start the truck, and got low current, then no current when I turned the key and lifted the ignition lever. Normally I can hear the fuel pump come on after lifting the ignition lever and before hitting the starter button. Now, nothing. No fuel pump, no gauges register. Battery is fully charged. Thinking it was the starter solenoid, I replaced it. When I turn the key now and lift the ignition lever, at first I heard the solenoid click; now it buzzes as soon as I lift the starter lever. Where should I begin my diagnosis? Bad ignition switch? Bad starter solenoid? Not sure what my next step should be? Thanks for the guidance.