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Bob P. 03-05-2011 02:29 PM

1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

I have a 1929 popout switch. When I bought it the head was seperated from the cable. Can anyone tell me the correct length for a 1929 cable? Im going to use it on a 1929 pickup. The key wont turn (maybe it's the wrong key I don't know I bought it with two keys one is a repop blank key so I will take it to a locksmith and have him check the numbers to see if it's the correct key or not. My question is I want to go through it so I know it will be dependable. Is there any place I can go to find "how to restore it" info? Thank you, Bob :)

Ron in Quincy 03-05-2011 03:58 PM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

A & L Parts have the 28-29 cable that plugs into the 28-29 switch; this would save you a lot of problems, providing you can get keys and make the pop out switch work properly.

A & L Tel. No. 860-693-0112

Ron

Joop 03-05-2011 04:12 PM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

1 Attachment(s)
Outside cable (not including inner cable ends) is 26-1/4 long
When installing the cable end drill a little hole in the popout end housing end tap it and install Allen screw to keep cable from falling out and disconnecting the power.

mrtexas 03-05-2011 05:31 PM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

A 29 is very easy to restore. Take the head apart and check the insulators. You should replace the wire in the cable. That's all there is to it.

Joop 03-05-2011 05:52 PM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

You need a key to open it! There are other ways to do it but you need to know how.

Is there a number on the bezel? an A- with 3 digits

Joop

Joop 03-05-2011 06:39 PM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

I try to help people and I guess some Guy like to harass me in Private emails!!!!!

Can you please explain that B/S statement about the pop out will fall out if not drilled & set in place ?? How the HELL can an ORIGINAL fall out ??...:mad::mad::mad:

mrtexas 03-05-2011 11:52 PM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joop (Post 171533)
You need a key to open it! There are other ways to do it but you need to know how.

Is there a number on the bezel? an A- with 3 digits

Joop

There is a strategic spot you can drill to get it open. The button that frees the lock is spring loaded.

http://i371.photobucket.com/albums/o...pPoutHole1.jpg

mrtexas 03-05-2011 11:54 PM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joop (Post 171550)
I try to help people and I guess some Guy like to harass me in Private emails!!!!!

Can you please explain that B/S statement about the pop out will fall out if not drilled & set in place ?? How the HELL can an ORIGINAL fall out ??...:mad::mad::mad:

The cable end that goes into the popout can get loose and fall out. It is best fixed by tapping a small hole and inserting allen head screw.

http://i371.photobucket.com/albums/o...pPoutHole2.jpg

Joop 03-06-2011 12:16 AM

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Thanks for posting the pictures mrtexas

If Bob gives us the number on the bezel we may be able to help him with a key.

Joop

Tom Wesenberg 03-06-2011 01:12 AM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o.../KeyNumber.jpg

This is a 28-9 original popout I bought at a swap meet, but it came with a 30-1 key that happens to open it.

mrtexas 03-06-2011 03:47 PM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom Wesenberg (Post 171725)
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o.../KeyNumber.jpg

This is a 28-9 original popout I bought at a swap meet, but it came with a 30-1 key that happens to open it.

After 80 years there is no guarantee that the cylinder pins match the key. A locksmith can easily make a new key to open it. I've done that several times.

jw hash 03-07-2011 09:37 AM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

On 28-29 and early 30 you (do not) need a key to take it apart if you look at Tom`s picture there is a Botton head set screw on the side take it out and the tumbler will come out with the lock ring, sometimes they can be a little sticky so hold it in one hand and with the other hand pop it in and let popout it will knock the ring loose. on the 28-29 cable Bratton part #16370 30 with a oval speedo it used the same head but the cable is longer,

1930artdeco 03-07-2011 12:10 PM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

What is the difference between the different popouts?

Mike

ron103140 07-14-2014 04:52 PM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

Does anyone know where to get someone that can rekey a pop out switch. My local locksmith can't do it. Thanks, Ron

wrmayne 07-14-2014 05:35 PM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

Contact [email protected] He does fantastic work with popouts. I highly recommend him.

Bill Mayne

jdfinch22 07-14-2014 10:58 PM

Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
 

Quote:

Originally Posted by jw hash (Post 172367)
On 28-29 and early 30 you (do not) need a key to take it apart if you look at Tom`s picture there is a Botton head set screw on the side take it out and the tumbler will come out with the lock ring, sometimes they can be a little sticky so hold it in one hand and with the other hand pop it in and let popout it will knock the ring loose. on the 28-29 cable Bratton part #16370 30 with a oval speedo it used the same head but the cable is longer,


thanks for the info was able to get mine apart so I could see the number on the tumbler now to get a key


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