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03-05-2011, 02:29 PM | #1 |
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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
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03-05-2011, 03:58 PM | #2 |
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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 |
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03-05-2011, 04:12 PM | #3 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
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. Last edited by Joop; 03-05-2011 at 06:40 PM. |
03-05-2011, 05:31 PM | #4 |
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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.
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03-05-2011, 05:52 PM | #5 |
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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 |
03-05-2011, 06:39 PM | #6 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
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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 ??... |
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03-05-2011, 11:54 PM | #8 | |
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03-06-2011, 12:16 AM | #9 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
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 |
03-06-2011, 01:12 AM | #10 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
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. |
03-06-2011, 03:47 PM | #11 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
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.
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03-07-2011, 09:37 AM | #12 |
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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,
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03-07-2011, 12:10 PM | #13 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
What is the difference between the different popouts?
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07-14-2014, 04:52 PM | #14 |
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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
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07-14-2014, 05:35 PM | #15 |
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Re: 1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch
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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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