Wiring Push Buttom Start Gone Wrong

[dazedandconfused]

Hello, I’m currently in the process of building/ restoring a ‘81 CJ7 . I’m in college for autobody repair so I don’t have a whole bunch of money floating around. I took my CJ on a Sunday drive and stopped and got some groceries. When I came out, it would not start from the key, so I jumped the solenoid with some pliers, got home and it wouldn’t shut off from the key. I replaced the ignition switch and now it will shut off from the key but still will not start. I’ve come to the decision to install a push button start. I installed a momentary push button switch using 10 gauge wire. I ran one wire to the positive battery post and the other wire to the “S” terminal on the new solenoid. I turn the key to the run position and all I get is cricketts. I plan to rewire the Jeep and rebuild the steering column once summer hits and I can work more. Any advice or help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
Sam

 

[CJ]

Wow! You are understanding wiring and low voltage to boot!

I'm impressed. Most would not know how to jump a solenoid and go from the S terminal.

We will get this straightened out.

 

[dazedandconfused]

Thanks! I’m trying to figure out why my solenoid won’t engage the starter with my push button set up, all the searches I have done have said to simply put one wire on 12v and the other wire on the “S” terminal. What could be the reason this isn’t working?
Thanks!

 

[defibvt]

Watching

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[CJ]

deibvt, fyi (easier) - you can click 'Watch' at the top of the thread without replying.

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[TDHofstetter]

dazedandconfused, is your battery fully charged? Is your starter motor seized? Is your solenoid well grounded? Is your pushbutton switch rated for several amps? Is it possible that your solenoid took a dump coincidentally with all this? If you can hear it clack but the engine won't start, that's pretty likely.

 

[Manic Mechanic]

i know this thread is a few months old but i don't see any updates

i have to agree with TD in the post above me. i think your solenoid took a . try replacing it first i think they are only about 10 bucks at advance auto

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