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Ken T · 01-25-2024, 01:00 AM

Since I'm redoing the electrical wires, I want to get the On Off switch on the column working. The fire station had bypassed the switch with another and put it under the dash on the firewall. I can't seem to find a replacement for the box behind the switch online. Is there someone that sales this, and if not, is there an alternative solution?
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petehoovie · 01-25-2024, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Ken T

Since I'm redoing the electrical wires, I want to replace the On Off switch on the column. I can't seem to find a replacement for the box behind the switch online. Is there someone that sales this, and if not, is there an alternative solution? The fire station had bypassed the switch with another and put it under the dash on the firewall.
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Third Gen Auto should have what you need > https://thirdgenauto.com

cas3 · 01-25-2024, 01:41 AM

It looks in the photos that you have the tin box, No? I'm not sure that was ever reproduced. The plastic contact board and the switch contact are available repro, try Fred at SouthSide Obsolete he may have it all NOS

petehoovie · 01-25-2024, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by cas3

It looks in the photos that you have the tin box, No? I'm not sure that was ever reproduced. The plastic contact board and the switch contact are available repro, try Fred at SouthSide Obsolete he may have it all NOS

"Fred at SouthSide Obsolete" - Good call cas3...

deuce lover · 01-25-2024, 03:36 AM

All the parts are reproduced.ThirdGen or Southside should have the internals You don't need the tin box

ford38v8 · 01-25-2024, 03:45 AM

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Ken, Your ignition switch may have been bypassed due to an original requirement for engine operation while the steering shaft remained locked. The switch therefore may be fully functional when wired correctly. I'd suggest that you put a meter on it to discover any excessive electrical resistance, in which case the carbon block inside would show wear, which I'm guessing not. Even if it is worn, the carbon block itself be dressed or replaced, saving the original switch body.

Ggmac · 01-25-2024, 05:26 AM

It looks like everything you need is present. I’d mark the wires and remove them , then as suggested test the resistance with the switch in both positions. If it doesn’t work its easy to repair or replace the internals .

fordyford · 01-25-2024, 10:08 AM

Do you have the key? Does the lever move back and forth? If yes then just remove the 2 screws from the back and the plastic terminal plate and plastic brush will fall out so you can clean them. There is NO CARBON BLOCK. If the key has the switch locked the repair is much more involved.

Keith

01-25-2024, 01:00 AM	#1
Ken T Member Join Date: Jan 2024 Location: San Diego Posts: 53	I cant find an On Off switch box online Since I'm redoing the electrical wires, I want to get the On Off switch on the column working. The fire station had bypassed the switch with another and put it under the dash on the firewall. I can't seem to find a replacement for the box behind the switch online. Is there someone that sales this, and if not, is there an alternative solution? IMG_9184 (1).jpg IMG_9187 (1).jpg Last edited by Ken T; 01-25-2024 at 01:44 AM.

01-25-2024, 01:41 AM	#3
cas3 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: sw minnesota Posts: 4,578	Re: I cant find an On Off switch box online It looks in the photos that you have the tin box, No? I'm not sure that was ever reproduced. The plastic contact board and the switch contact are available repro, try Fred at SouthSide Obsolete he may have it all NOS

01-25-2024, 03:36 AM	#5
deuce lover Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southern France Posts: 5,307	Re: I cant find an On Off switch box online All the parts are reproduced.ThirdGen or Southside should have the internals You don't need the tin box Last edited by deuce lover; 01-25-2024 at 03:44 AM.

01-25-2024, 03:45 AM	#6
ford38v8 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 6,646	Re: I cant find an On Off switch box online Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Ken, Your ignition switch may have been bypassed due to an original requirement for engine operation while the steering shaft remained locked. The switch therefore may be fully functional when wired correctly. I'd suggest that you put a meter on it to discover any excessive electrical resistance, in which case the carbon block inside would show wear, which I'm guessing not. Even if it is worn, the carbon block itself be dressed or replaced, saving the original switch body. __________________ Alan

01-25-2024, 05:26 AM	#7
Ggmac Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Lake worth Florida Posts: 1,103	Re: I cant find an On Off switch box online It looks like everything you need is present. I’d mark the wires and remove them , then as suggested test the resistance with the switch in both positions. If it doesn’t work its easy to repair or replace the internals .

01-25-2024, 10:08 AM	#8
fordyford Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 192	Re: I cant find an On Off switch box online Do you have the key? Does the lever move back and forth? If yes then just remove the 2 screws from the back and the plastic terminal plate and plastic brush will fall out so you can clean them. There is NO CARBON BLOCK. If the key has the switch locked the repair is much more involved. Keith