What do you guys think of this truck for $900?

[burtcheca]

Which two wires I see in the movies the pull and put together until the starter does its job and then they twist and join?

That's a lot easier and quick. I would like to know just in case.

Burt.

 

[12clip]

"Which two wires I see in the movies the pull and put together until the starter does its job and then they twist and join?

That's a lot easier and quick. I would like to know just in case."

You're joking here right??????

 

[burtcheca]

No joke. I saw an old truck about 1/2 hour from me the old man just put a switch. I would like to know how he did it. I think when you turn the key two things happen: first step, the whole electrical circuit for the truck gets power and second step (while you push a little more), a separate circuit for the starter magnetic switch solenoid gets power only for the seconds you hold the switch in that second step. Now, what let me thinking is how just rubbing two wires together the starter magnetic switch can be energized and then these same wires can be hold together and the starter does not get any more power.

Burt.

 

[GenLightening]

That's just something for the movies. They even do it with new cars that require security to be bypassed. You need 2 for the starter and then 2 more (minimum) to keep power to the accessories and this is for older vehicles.

 

[12clip]

That's just it, Touching two wires together that would engage the starter then taking those wires and tying them together would just make the starter run continuously. That's why the movie version of hotwiring looks so cheesy.

It is fairly easy to accomplish on these old trucks however, but keep in mind this does nothing to address the column lock for the steering wheel. Turning the key ignition moves the electrical switch but also releases the steering wheel lock.

I would have to dig up a wiring diagram for an '86 to give specific colors but basically you want to find the wire that has 12 volts at all times. From that wire you will be jumping your starter (only touching as long as necessary to crank engine) circuit, and run circuits. The accessory circuit would not be necessary.

I'll go look if I have an '85 EVTM in the gargage OK?

 

[12clip]

Ok, this is for an '85 F-250 so your '86 E350 should be close.

The 12 volt constant wire is a large Yellow.

From this wire you will energize the following circuits as required.

Red/green stripe will energize the FSS and Glow plug controller

Red/blue will energize the starter circuit

The rest are non-essential.

Black/green will give Windshield Wipers and Power Group

Grey/Yellow will give AC/Heater and turn signals

Pink/white and Black/blue are for warning indicators

Does this help?

 

[burtcheca]

I forgot about the steering lock. So... Homelessduck needs the locksmith's help if the ignition switch job gets complicated.

Another thing is jumping in an unknown truck and hitting the road for miles and miles not knowing if you are going to make it.

I like adventures but this kind is a little too extreme for some people. Remember the thread about things to carry when you are going to a remote place? Well, that list will come handy now. Oh, I forgot! Too many things to put in suitcases, he's flying!

What about to rent a car. You can take all the tools with you, drop the car at the closest city after you checked the truck, fixed it and is ready to go. Maybe the fuel and the rental will be cheaper than the airplane ticket.

Just writing while I'm thinking.

Burt.

 

[lotzagoodstuff]

Buy a round trip ticket, check some tools, buy the ignition switch and take the tools you need and good directions with you (I travel with hydraulic diagnostic stuff all the time, you just have to check them), and if it's a **** or you feel at all sketchy, get back on your plane and fly back to PDX.

Just my .02, sounds like a fun trip, good luck whatever you end up doing.

 

[12clip]

I bought the Diesel in my sig a month ago in Maple Ridge BC for $1000. Drive home was about 24hrs (did it piecemeal). It was a bit touch and go. I would do it again but on a $5000 ish truck that would likely be a little less iffy. I packed tools in my suitcase no problem also.

The truck has turned out good for the most part, but there were things like a badly seized ball joint that took hercules strength to steer to the right. Imagine that on a trip home through the Rocky Mountains !

 

[sheepman]

I'm thinking it could be that pot metal horse shoe shaped deal that pushes the rod that controls the switch. The switch still maybe good and all you'll have to do is unbolt the Swicth then stick a screwdriver in it and slide it over to start.


Anyhow my two cents

 

[BrandonMag]

I've contemplated doing exactly what you're talking about. Haven't done it yet, though. I say go for it and report back.

 

[fury9]

c'mon guys, forget the airport and the twenty posts that followed all that-like I said- go there with a trailer and tow it back. I wouldn't wanna drive something 8 hours at 55-70 mph without knowing what has been done to the thing

 

[Shadetreemechanic]

c'mon guys, forget the airport and the twenty posts that followed all that-like I said- go there with a trailer and tow it back. I wouldn't wanna drive something 8 hours at 55-70 mph without knowing what has been done to the thing

Where is the excitement in that?

 

[oldmisterbill]

I love adventure stories!!!!

 

[subway]

i have traveled with tools on flights and you have to check them, trouble is it is REAL easy to get overweight on the check in. i was ok because i am military to and check in is free and they kind of waive the weight thing to a degree.

i would be prepaired for more than a switch, would someone really park a truck for a cheap switch........maybe. but there is a good chance the batteries are probubly dead and the truck could need some fuel bleeding and coaxing to run again if sitting for a while. it can be a real crap shoot.

i vote take a trailer or car dolly (with a winch or come-a-long to pull it up) and make a little road trip out of it.

of coarse we all love adventure stories to tell others and the grandkids, i know i am saving mine up!