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1987 Nissan Truck No power to starter

Tiny
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Electrical problem
1987 Nissan Truck 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

My Nissan pickup was taken out on our farm by my nephew and was running fine. When he got back he said they hit a fence post. There wasnt any body damage so I figured no big problem. The next day I went to start it and it did nothing. No dash lights or anything. I replaced the battery, starter, and bypassed the fusible link. Now I have dash lights but still no power to the starter. I checked all the relays and inhibitor switch. All seem to be working correctly. Could it be the ignition switch? If so how can I test it or bypass it? I really need my farm truck running again. Its no fun carrying 10 bails of hay 1/4 mile everyday. LOL. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Monday, June 29th, 2009 AT 10:59 AM

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Tiny
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If it's just an old junk truck, add a switch and some wire to the small exciter terminal on the starter solenoid.
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Monday, June 29th, 2009 AT 4:06 PM
Tiny
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Today I tried testing the power from the ignition to the starter solenoid and it seemed to be delivering power when the key was turned. Im at a complete loss. The starter is brand new and was tested. It works great. I dont even know where to check next
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Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 AT 2:25 AM
Tiny
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If you are saying that the starter is not turning the engine over, then here's a shot in the dark.

I had a customer with a 84, she would sometimes forget to turn the key off.

The fuel pump would keep running and would flood one of the cylinders. Locking the engine.

I would remove the spark plugs and then crank the engine over. Spraying gas all over the place.

So be careful of a fire.

Good luck
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Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 AT 2:40 AM
Tiny
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Have ya checked the inhibitor switch in the steering column? Even if you did. Try unplugging it at the connector just under the steering wheel. Hope it helps ya out. :)
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Wednesday, July 1st, 2009 AT 9:18 AM
Tiny
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I'll try that next. Thanks guys/gal for the help.
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Wednesday, July 1st, 2009 AT 10:59 AM

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