Bus won't start

[Mike Hohnstein]

It would be a good plan to replace all the push on connections with screw type, ignition switch and any thing else you may encounter while solving the problem you are faced with. Any power runs that may have butt connectors in line should be replaced with new wire. Butt connectors are a problem in all 'birds and should be replaced when rewiring system supply circuits. In other words, no butt connectors from the source to the ignition switch or any other important component. The ignition switch should only 'signal' relays. The relays will carry the power current and greatly extend the life of the key switch. The same is true of all on-off switches, headlights, heater AC wipers, etc.

MH

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From: "ron.hazlett@verizon.net"

To: "WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com"

Sent: Saturday, May 10, 2008 10:27 AM

Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Bus won't start

I have have a 1987 FC that I went to get out of storage.I turned the
key and nothing happened. I checked the normal things a/t switch,
transmission in neutral, batteries charged,and good voltage at
starter.
What I found was that when I turned the ignition switch none of
the dash guages moved, so I pulled the ignition switch. One pin on
the plug connection was burnt. I checked ignition switch and
connecting wires. I have no power coming to the ignition. I checked
at the front lower load center. I had no voltage at the ignition
connection. My questions are.
Where does the ignition get its power from?
Are there any fuses or relays in this circut?
Does anybody have info on a new ignition switch? I looked in the
parts database. It listed a part for a 1982 fc. It was Napa
pt.#ks6599. the switch was for a 1969-75 jeep. I was wondering if
there were any heavy duty switches avaiable.
Thanks

Ron Hazlett
1987 FC
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