1986 Ford F-150 Ignition doesn't disengage

Tiny
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  • 1986 FORD F-150
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 168,000 MILES
I have had the starter replaced three times because sometimes when I turn the key, the starter stays running after the truck is running. The starter kills the battery and shuts off. Last time I was lucky enough to make it to my local mechanic. They replaced the starter again even though I told them it seems the power to the starter doesn't turn off even when I try to turn the truck off with the key.

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Thursday, April 16th, 2009 AT 1:27 PM

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Tiny
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Is the starter drawing power or sticking and spinning on the flywheel? Also, has anyone checked the ignition switch?

Joe
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Thursday, April 16th, 2009 AT 8:33 PM
Tiny
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Seems like there is power to the starter because it kills the battery then shuts off.
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Thursday, April 16th, 2009 AT 11:58 PM
Tiny
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Check the ignition switch. It sounds like it is sticking.
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Friday, April 17th, 2009 AT 2:17 PM

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