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The only thing that makes me think it's not a wire going back to the ignition side of the solenoid is because when hot power is brought to the ign. switch it tries to fire up (without me turning the key)
William
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Apache,
Here is a wiring diagram for the 57 Ford. You can use it to trace the wiring and trouble shoot each circuit. Use the + sign cursor to blow up the diagram to make it easier to read. Also, since you have effectively caused the starter to crank by inadvertently powering up one of the wires on the ignition switch, you have ruled out the solenoid, cables and starter. They will function if given power. Also, the power circuit (yellow wire) for the ignition circuit flows through the headlight switch. You mentioned you have all the other wiring disconnected. If the headlight switch is unplugged try plugging it back in. The red/green run circuit goes to the resistor and then to the coil so make sure you have that connected as well. Hope this helps. You are close.
http://www.tocmp.com/tOCMP/wiring/5765wiring%20diagrams/Ford/MWire5765-195.jpg
Mark Hebard
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65 Galaxie 500 2drhdtp 352/Cruiso
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Ted (3/12/2010)
Is the solenoid adequately grounded? You might also try running a separate wire on the outside of the vehicle from the ignition switch to the solenoid to rule out a bad wire.Ted, yes thats what i also suggested, a wire seperate from the rest to rule out incorrect connection, if only we were there to help. Does anyone live nearby?
 AussieBill YYYY Forever Y Block YYYY Down Under, Australia
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FINALLY GOT IT!!! Ugh, after going through everything it's the one thing I was sure was fine. After troubleshooting and troubleshooting, it was that 2-3 foot wire that went from the coil to the solenoid. Well, I should be able to break in the cam now..Fingers crossed....
William
1957 Ford Fairlane 500
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