Car starts without key!

Sounds like you are making progress. I've sort of lost track. Be sure you read the MAD article, and if you do nothing else, inspect and repair the bulkhead/ firewall connector

If all "seems working" When you get it running and sorted out, warm it up and check the battery running (charging) voltage

Yea it got a little confusing. Lol.

I by passed the factory ammeter by hooking the leads together with a screw and a nut. I made sure it was taped up good and away from ground. I'm going to upgrade the ammeter wiring once its running. I have volt meter now.