69 ignition problem???

Hey all.

I'm chasing my tail on an electrical issue and could use some help.

This is actually on a 69 Charger, but as far as I can tell the electrical is about identical to my 69 Darts. (Sorry A Bodies only......just a Mopar lover in general)

Problem: I turn the key and the car fires.....I release the ignition from the "active starter" position and it kills.

When I turn the car over and it fires, and then turn the key 1/2 way back to "off" the car will idle/run all day.

I already replaced the ballast resistor, and happened to have a spare ignition in my parts pile. (spare ignition was used, and older than the hills)

Anybody out there know how to troubleshoot this issue?

I would greatly appreciate some information from someone that's been here before. Electrical issues add to my collection of gray hair!

Thanks,

Will