Hi, new to forum, (Ford Ranger / Transit Ex RAC SWB/ Offroader) I wondered if anyone could help me on something. I have an xr3i in my off-road buggy, which is built mainly using escort/fiesta & some Anglia parts.. Key for ignition was lost and havn't been able to find a like for like ignition barrel to replace.. Tried the screwdriver method, unsuccessfully and barrel now goosed.. I have disconnected wiring from barrel but wondered if you could help me identify which wires are which.. Presume thick red is battery feed, yellow possibly starter, but not sure, and Halfords don't have a Haynes in stock !
In order to get her started.. I believe I need to bridge the power (Red) to ignition wires ? Which should give me dash light, then spark the "starter wire" onto the connected battery wire to start ? Took some pics below...



Any help/pointers appreciated, don't just want to experiment and end up burning out wiring.. Cheers, Kev[/QUOTE]

 

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Sorry I had replied before you put pics up

John

 

That kart looks like bloody good fun!! As for the wires quickly touch 2 together for a split second to see if ignition lights come on. If they do twist/join them together and arc out the other wire on them untill it starts. That way u know what wires to wire into the starter switch this is what we used to do back on the day with scrap cars with no keys

 

oops

 

nice bit of editing there