Thread: 83 v8 defender advice needed

I am trying to get my motor started, it is a new project, the motor turns over but the starter wont stop it keeps turning need some advice please

Have you recently dismantled the wiring from the ignition switch? Possibly its been re connected incorrectly or try disconnecting the battery and turning the key to the start position, there should be two distinct positions, then resistance for the final turn ( a spring return) If there is no spring resistance then the assembly is shot.
This is the part you need for an 83 ( 83 is a County, not a defender)



Here is the link,

Lucas 157SA 579085 Steering Column Lock Ignition Switch FOR Land Rover | eBay

By co incidence I just bought one and it took 3 weeks to arrive as customs held it up. The seller could not provide the tracking number so has sent another one gratis. ( I have done the right thing & told them & they said to refuse delivery).. But I tend to side with Uncle Ho about sticking solenoid,