I ran out of patience and need anybodys help right now. I just replaced all my electrical wiring(DASH,ENGINE,HEADLIGHT,TAILLIGHT) in my 69 coronet r/t because of a big meltdown. During this time I also upgraded to a one wire chrysler 100amp alternator and an HEI distributor. I hooked the alternator up to the original engine wiring(new harness) just the one wire, and left the others along? Got rid of regulator and so forth. I don't know if this was the correct way or not?
Ok , as far as the HEI distributor I hooked the neg wire to the neg on coil and pos. on pos.. Ok I hooked the battery up and gave it a try. HERES THE PROBLEM. It will start only if I keep the ignition engaged. once I let off the key It looses power and quits. WHY WON"T IT STAY RUNNING? Also my dash lights don't work now and my taillights don't work. Its all new wiring. I'm getting pissed please help? THANKS!!!!!