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Originally Posted by NikFu S.
At this moment I recalled something I read concerning the starter mod, that in a certain instance the starter solenoid could be engaged with the engine running. I do not think I caused this to happen in the manner described, but all the symptoms and other factors seem to point in this direction. The sound could very well have been the starter gear clashing with the flywheel. The smoke could have been... what, I don't know, maybe the engine stopping against it's will. Something receiving far too much friction. I checked the electrics, it seemed fine from what I could tell. Only the starter was inoperable. It didn't have any function which leads me to believe it either has no power or has seized, which I suppose is not the worst case of scenarios
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If I recall correctly, the bosch relay starter mod only has issues with regard to the cruise control. Because the relay is grounded through the cruise, it can get messed up if (assuming I remember right), that the car is in Park and the cruise is on. However, this can be avoided by having a relay with sufficient resistance in the winding. If you check that thread, it has the specific details.
Now, did the car go up in smoke while you were driving or not? If you weren't moving, the drive shaft can't be the issue because it doesn't move when you're not moving (which I'm sure you already know).