A bad alternator will cause the first problem.
For the second it could be all sorts of things, like a mis-wired hazard
switch.
Starting the car (but not using it on the road!) should not cause any
problems, but on your own head be it.
PaulH.
----- Original Message -----
From: Tom Bott <tcbump@leading.net>
To: MG NET <mgs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, July 23, 2001 5:22 PM
Subject: Visit from uncle lucas
> I have a 79 MGB ... I have noticed that when I connect the battery, the
"ignition" dash
> light come on without keys even being in switch. Same for the turn
signals if
> turn switch is on (steady light but does not flash). When I disconnect
the
> plug to the alternator, the ignition light goes out, but the turn signal
light
> stays on. There is no change when I put the key in and turn to the on
> position. Would a bad alternator cause this? I have not attempted to
start
> car yet, should I?
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