electrical truck wont start

[tierhog]

2003 7.3l

Had a connection tied to the accessory wire before fuse panel. It shorted.
No odometer...truck cranks but no start. Radio only works in ignition forward.
Windows and everything else work fine

 

[tierhog]

ignition fuse 30a.... sorry guys didnt see the little %$&^%&^( took a spare out of the trailer brake for now.

 

[Papabear]

cool we have all been there before assuming the worst and it being something really simple

 

[geonc]

cool we have all been there before assuming the worst and it being something really simple

Many times that is the case----The K.I.S.S principle really works

These computer controlled rigs are a world apart from the IDI's when it comes to "anything" electrical being added/changed/repaired!

Choose your power taps carefully! or better yet, spend a couple bucks and get a relay/fuse underhood panel from the bone yard....they will usually have plenty of spaces for your add on goodies....Rangers/Explorers are a good source.

 

[tierhog]

Blew up a relay off a peterbuilt...lol so I put a 50 amp switch under the hood. It powers my 105 gallon transfer tank for burning (alternate fuels)...hee hee

That short scared the crap out of me...figured I fried the main or something. That extra tap is now history...lol