1987 Ford Ranger won't start

1987 FORD RANGER
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JOSHSLACK
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Electrical problem
1987 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Manual

I got into my truck and it won't start, I had the starter tested, it was good, alternator tested, good, replaced the solenoid, and had the battery checked.. and still won't start., battery cables get hot..what else should i check
Oct 22, 2009 at 5:25 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Is it cranking over and w/n start or just won't crank at all/nothing
Oct 22, 2009 at 5:43 PM
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JOSHSLACK
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won't crank at all...won't start at all, battery is full 12 v
Oct 22, 2009 at 5:55 PM
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Load test the battery if it won't hold up 9.6volts in 10secs replace it. if okay could be the starter, starter relay, clutch switch and ignition switch
Oct 22, 2009 at 6:04 PM
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