ran disk utility on iPod and erased now will not restore now what?

Hi there Jeanette,

Thanks for stopping by the Apple Support Communities! It sounds like after using Disk Utility to erase you iPod, you are not able to restore the device. I can understand wanting to get your iPod back up and running; I'll be happy to help!

Take a look at the steps in this article:

If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Have a wonderful rest of your day!