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The "run" connection off the solenoid bypasses the ballast resistor and is only powered when the starter is engaged, which is why you know to look at the ballast resistor and it's connections if the engine starts and won't run once the starter quits. If the engine starts consistantly, then nothing could be wrong with the solenoid or starter.