Starter Run On!! Please Help!

[billybatts299]

I got the Run On before I was able to do the Doghead mod. I tried to disconnect the battery as quickly as possible but I am afraid I killed the starter. Luckily the guy I bought the truck from had a new starter, along with a bunch of other new parts from the unit that sold it to him (he retired from that unit).

I replaced the starter and completed the Doghead mod. I double checked the Doghead relay mod connections multiple times and I am confident they are hooked up correctly. However if I connect the battery I get power to the gauges even without the key even in the ignition. If I turn to start the new starter relay makes a click noise but nothing happens.

What are the other components that get damaged when you have a Starter Run On? Could my wires under the dash melted together causing this constant power issue? How can I verify this new starter is not 12V?

Thank you for any assistance!

 

[billybatts299]

I verified the starter is 24V

 

[dependable]

Your ignition switch could be stuck or jammed on. It is located down on the steering column, and actuated by a metal rod when you turn the key. Check to see if the rod is moving freely and switch turns on & off.

You could have fried a fuesable link or two also, but would check that switch first, because of the always on symptom.

 

[usmcpatriot]

I learned the hard way too, anytime I do electrical, disconnect the batteries. I also have the starter on manual start.