Ok, so I did a search and found threads about starter issues. Seems like my starter switch is bad. Starter sometimes remains spinning after car starts. Also, starter sometimes keeps cranking even if I release lever (I have one of those hand levers instead of foot button). I do have a shutoff, but when I turn back on, of course it starts cranking again. I can see that the switch rod does release when I release lever, so it guess it is an internal contact issue?Could it also be a problem with the starter itself??
Starter Switch?
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Tom Wesenberg
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Most likely a weak or burned contact spring. I use a good strong original spring contact, even if I need to restore the housing. File away any rough or burned areas.
Jacksonlll
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Take the switch off and fix it. Not much in there. Most new ones are good if you need it.
john in illinois
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I would follow Tom's advice and find a used original Ford switch. The new ones are junk. Spring is soft.
John
John