Starter noise

Check to make sure the starter bolts have not come loose. Retighten if the have.

Check the starter solenoid to see if it is stuck. That will cause the starter to run all the time, even with the key off.

I will check all those things and hope it's not the tranny, But Bob how do you check the Starter solenoid to see if it is stuck, how can I tell if it's stuck? All the power returned to the car once I turned it off Tennisshoes? I hope its just loose bolts Firebird338!

You can test it by taking loose the wires and checking for continuity between the large posts using an ohm meter. It should have infinite resistance and not show a reading when measured between the large posts. If the starter shuts off when the ignition switch is off then the solenoid is not stuck. Aftermarket solenoids are known for this and genuine Ford is best when a replacement is needed.

Thanks Bob for your quick response. I'm under the car now and checking the starter for damage, because driving it home like that could have damaged the bendix or the flywheel im sure? I certainly hope not but I don't want to try and start it until I check those things. Thanks again.