Ok so turn the key, fuel pump comes on, all lights etc are fine. Engine doesnt crank however.

If i jump the main power feed to the starter over to the small solenoid it turns over instantly.

I'm thinking it is a fusible link or ignition switch? Are there any relays to check?

1989 5.0 TBI by the way.

 

Hello mhaskell,

I have just replied to your first post on this subject. It helps if you would limit your threads on a particular matter to one forum instead of posting the same one in multiple forums. You will get better responses to your problem this way.