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ignition problem

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i have a 85 mustang that i just converted to a v8 and my key will not start the car so i checked the ignition solonoid and the wire that plugs on to it from the ignition isnt hot so i looked under the dash and the wire that runs to the solonoid and it isnt hooked up to anything it has a plug type end on it but i dont see anywhere it would plug up so if any one has any info on where it would plug in let me kno thanks jj
 

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the solenoid trigger goes from the ignition key to, amongst other places, the clutch pedal and/or auto trans (safety interlock devices) and then on to the starter solenoid.

what i might do: test if the connector you found has a terminal which is hot during crank?

good luck.
 
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