Reply to ""Hot" ignition switch?"

panteradougMember

Yes I understand that but the reason George recommended moving the ignition to a relay was that sometimes with the Motorcraft solid state ignition systems they won't fire unless they have a minimal amount of current.

It sounded like that was the case with mine because I'd have less then 12v at the ignition cranking on a boosted battery. No lights or fans on at that point.

I'm not running now because the tank is drained in prep for going to EFI. So I can't check my cranking voltage. Well I suppose I could but it's hard to tell if it is firing without fuel.

George's relay system guaranteed full battery to the ignition at cranking.

I still think it's the best way to go, with the least complications. Now this diode thing and other comments about that modification have me confused.

3/14/0710:09 AM

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