Ktvacho Posted August 12, 2015 Report Share Posted August 12, 2015 I'm currently trying to get a 51 b series going and all I need to do is hook up the cables from the battery to the starter(foot starter), but all there is, is a spot right in front of the lever I'm assuming for the positive. Am I correct on this? Second I don't have the key for the ignition and I was wondering if I could cut the wires and install a toggle switch? Any answers appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merle Coggins Posted August 12, 2015 Report Share Posted August 12, 2015 (edited) Welcome to the world of Dodge Pilot-House trucks, Ktvacho. Assuming all is stock you need to connect the Negative battery terminal to the stud on your starter. This should be a Positive Ground system unless it was converted at one time. Also be sure you are using heavy duty cables (1 ga. minimum) I prefer 0 or 00 gauge. Yes, on the ign switch. You can do a temporary switch by wiring in a toggle switch between the Bat and Ign wires. Since there is no start function in the ignition switch you only need to provide power to the coil for now. If you wish to run accessories off of it too, they could also be wired in, or run off of a separate toggle switch. Good luck, and by the way... where in 'sconsin are you located? Merle Edited August 12, 2015 by Merle Coggins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gdaddypaul Posted August 18, 2015 Report Share Posted August 18, 2015 I had no key for mine but a locksmith (for $40) made me one ( which I had duplicated, of course). Good luck with yours! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B1B Keven Posted August 18, 2015 Report Share Posted August 18, 2015 You've got a PM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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