Bronco Wire BBQ - Question

[NYCBronco]

So I put in my new 4 core radiator tonight and was attempting to start it up... nothing (no clicking, turning) but white smoke. The ground wire to the alternator is fried. Keep it mind it has poured in NYC and I was working in intermittent rain. Thoughts? I found the wiring diagram website and will run down the wires - but I thought someone might have faced this before.

Thanks.

 

[elevira]

I am sure that most of the members have shared that sinking feeling in the pit of our stomach ,and the pucker of our back side at the sight of that smoke and that sick smell !!! And the sight of melted wires could bring a tear to my eye. Ya been their
Jest start replacing
look for the hottest spot?

 

[j.r.nice]

Yes! Check the ground from the engine to the chassis. Double check it........