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Terry, NJ · 03-25-2016, 01:38 PM

Well I bought the damn thing! It is a nice looking unit. It's a Nu-Rex but they won't put their name on it and NO INSTRUCTIONS!!!! So what do you do with it? How do you get the old one out? I see the threaded "Plate" that backs up to the instrument panel and locks with 4 Radially threaded holes, 3 machine screws and 1 allen screw. Same thing on old switch. But removing the screws on the old one does nothing. Gimme some help here . What do I do?
Terry

J Franklin · 03-25-2016, 02:23 PM

Try some penetrating oil and some light tapping.

C26Pinelake · 03-25-2016, 03:06 PM

[B]how do you know it I is Nu-Rex? look for the Nu-Rex instructions on line. Wayne[/B)

Ed H. · 03-25-2016, 04:25 PM

Dynamite, works on anything that is stuck.
Sorry could not resist, WD 40, penetrating oil and some patience will work.

Terry, NJ · 03-25-2016, 05:33 PM

No ,No, Guys! The screws aren't tight! That's not the problem. The problem is, like where do you go once the screws are loose????? What does the switch bank against to hold while I screw the "Plate" up snug against what???? I've never had one of these apart(out of the instrument panel) before. I don't know whats next.It's pretty tight in there, Should I disconnect the speedo? Drat!!! Don'tcha hate it when you can't figure it out.
Terry

Mitch//pa · 03-25-2016, 05:37 PM

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The back of the panel is slotted where the screws go into the switch,, loosen the screws and twist the switch out...

Bob C · 03-25-2016, 05:38 PM

Take the screws out except the one you can't get to and then turn the switch
a little and pull it out of the instrument panel.

Bob

CarlG · 03-25-2016, 05:43 PM

If the speedometer cable is tight and preventing you from moving the panel out, just disconnect it, that should give you a little more wiggle room. Once you get there, do like Mitch says, just loosen the 3 screws around the "cup", twist the switch and it should come right out of the panel.

Mitch//pa · 03-25-2016, 05:47 PM

The Allen wrench on the new switch is fior adjusting the depth and for the key slot to be straight... When you get to that point of installing the new one screw it all the way away from the tank then tighten the Allen ...insulate the switch and tank with electrical tape or rubber fron a tire tube or it WILL ground out on the tank causing a no start or int issue

Terry, NJ · 03-25-2016, 06:00 PM

I think I've got it! I had forgotten that I had the panel from the T.S., all naked and free of encumbrances! All it took was just one look! Putting that top screw in looks like a bee-itch, unless you have little monkey fingers.
Terry

Bob C · 03-25-2016, 06:41 PM

Put the two screws that go in the slotted holes first and leave them just loose
enough to get the switch in then install the screw in the round hole by the
speedometer last.

Bob

Mitch//pa · 03-25-2016, 06:43 PM

Make sure when u install the new switch that the Allen goes to the 3rd hole or you won't be able to tighten it

eagle · 03-26-2016, 10:11 AM

You think that's a bad job...try it on a modern car! I have learned to go on YouTube for most anything. Saves lots of frustration. There is a couple good ones on there right now. Go to YouTube and search: model a ignition switch replacement.

Mitch//pa · 03-26-2016, 10:27 AM

And if you think 50.00 is a lot I just put a switch in a modern car that costs 265.00..

BN · 03-26-2016, 12:40 PM

Check your new switch for continuity between the two terminals when switch is on. I just bought a New Rex switch (a new one) and it did not have continuity. Bratton's sent me another one (no charge including shipping) and it's ok.

Jeff/Illinois · 03-26-2016, 03:16 PM

I often said the same thing about a bottle of water. Who would pay a dollar for a bottle of water?? But droves of people do. And if you check the water is usually just coming from some tap somewhere

John Duden · 03-26-2016, 03:33 PM

my early 28 ignition switch was $300!

Terry, NJ · 03-26-2016, 03:41 PM

OOOO-K! Got her out! Wires, cables and all. So now how is it wired to the distributor? The only way I see to do it is to go into the body of the distributor and hook directly to the condenser, Is that how? Electrical poop! What a PITA! My fingers are too big for this! Oh and I checked the continuity and it was ok.
OH yes! I almost forgot! My apologies to the Nu-Rex company! They did give some directions after all. The paper looks like a gas receipt with some instructions written on it, mainly, don't let it short out against the gas tank. Nary a word about disassembly or reassembly or how to wire it .
Terry

goodoldvic · 03-26-2016, 04:31 PM

After reading all of the above I'm glad I got one from Mr. Crabtree!

Mitch//pa · 03-26-2016, 05:26 PM

You need the fake pop out cable that screws into the dist....

03-25-2016, 01:38 PM	#1
Terry, NJ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks Co, Pa Posts: 3,740	$50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... Well I bought the damn thing! It is a nice looking unit. It's a Nu-Rex but they won't put their name on it and NO INSTRUCTIONS!!!! So what do you do with it? How do you get the old one out? I see the threaded "Plate" that backs up to the instrument panel and locks with 4 Radially threaded holes, 3 machine screws and 1 allen screw. Same thing on old switch. But removing the screws on the old one does nothing. Gimme some help here . What do I do? Terry

03-25-2016, 02:23 PM	#2
J Franklin Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Oregon Posts: 5,963	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... Try some penetrating oil and some light tapping.

03-25-2016, 03:06 PM	#3
C26Pinelake BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Michigan / Ontario border, Sarnia, Ontario. 50 miles from Detroit and 150 from Toronto. Posts: 5,800	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... [B]how do you know it I is Nu-Rex? look for the Nu-Rex instructions on line. Wayne[/B) Last edited by C26Pinelake; 03-25-2016 at 06:08 PM.

03-25-2016, 04:25 PM	#4
Ed H. Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Milton NH Posts: 148	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... Dynamite, works on anything that is stuck. Sorry could not resist, WD 40, penetrating oil and some patience will work. __________________ If you see a bomb technician running, do everything in your power to keep up with him. United States Navy

03-25-2016, 05:33 PM	#5
Terry, NJ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks Co, Pa Posts: 3,740	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... No ,No, Guys! The screws aren't tight! That's not the problem. The problem is, like where do you go once the screws are loose????? What does the switch bank against to hold while I screw the "Plate" up snug against what???? I've never had one of these apart(out of the instrument panel) before. I don't know whats next.It's pretty tight in there, Should I disconnect the speedo? Drat!!! Don'tcha hate it when you can't figure it out. Terry

03-25-2016, 05:37 PM	#6
Mitch//pa BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 11,454	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) The back of the panel is slotted where the screws go into the switch,, loosen the screws and twist the switch out...

03-25-2016, 05:43 PM	#8
CarlG Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 9,115	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... If the speedometer cable is tight and preventing you from moving the panel out, just disconnect it, that should give you a little more wiggle room. Once you get there, do like Mitch says, just loosen the 3 screws around the "cup", twist the switch and it should come right out of the panel. __________________ Alaskan A's Antique Auto Mushers of Alaska Model A Ford Club of America Model A Restorers Club Antique Automobile Club of America Mullins Owner's Club

03-25-2016, 05:47 PM	#9
Mitch//pa BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 11,454	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... The Allen wrench on the new switch is fior adjusting the depth and for the key slot to be straight... When you get to that point of installing the new one screw it all the way away from the tank then tighten the Allen ...insulate the switch and tank with electrical tape or rubber fron a tire tube or it WILL ground out on the tank causing a no start or int issue

03-25-2016, 06:00 PM	#10
Terry, NJ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks Co, Pa Posts: 3,740	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... I think I've got it! I had forgotten that I had the panel from the T.S., all naked and free of encumbrances! All it took was just one look! Putting that top screw in looks like a bee-itch, unless you have little monkey fingers. Terry

03-25-2016, 06:41 PM	#11
Bob C Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 8,750	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... Put the two screws that go in the slotted holes first and leave them just loose enough to get the switch in then install the screw in the round hole by the speedometer last. Bob

03-25-2016, 06:43 PM	#12
Mitch//pa BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 11,454	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... Make sure when u install the new switch that the Allen goes to the 3rd hole or you won't be able to tighten it

03-26-2016, 10:11 AM	#13
eagle Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Eagle Bend, MN Posts: 2,025	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... You think that's a bad job...try it on a modern car! I have learned to go on YouTube for most anything. Saves lots of frustration. There is a couple good ones on there right now. Go to YouTube and search: model a ignition switch replacement. __________________ "There are some that can destroy an anvil with a teaspoon and shouldn't be allowed to touch anything resembling a tool."

03-26-2016, 10:27 AM	#14
Mitch//pa BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 11,454	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... And if you think 50.00 is a lot I just put a switch in a modern car that costs 265.00..

03-26-2016, 12:40 PM	#15
BN Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Keller, Tx Posts: 114	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... Check your new switch for continuity between the two terminals when switch is on. I just bought a New Rex switch (a new one) and it did not have continuity. Bratton's sent me another one (no charge including shipping) and it's ok. __________________ Bill Newland

03-26-2016, 03:16 PM	#16
Jeff/Illinois Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 2,789	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... I often said the same thing about a bottle of water. Who would pay a dollar for a bottle of water?? But droves of people do. And if you check the water is usually just coming from some tap somewhere

03-26-2016, 03:33 PM	#17
John Duden Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 1,854	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... my early 28 ignition switch was $300!

03-26-2016, 03:41 PM	#18
Terry, NJ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks Co, Pa Posts: 3,740	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... OOOO-K! Got her out! Wires, cables and all. So now how is it wired to the distributor? The only way I see to do it is to go into the body of the distributor and hook directly to the condenser, Is that how? Electrical poop! What a PITA! My fingers are too big for this! Oh and I checked the continuity and it was ok. OH yes! I almost forgot! My apologies to the Nu-Rex company! They did give some directions after all. The paper looks like a gas receipt with some instructions written on it, mainly, don't let it short out against the gas tank. Nary a word about disassembly or reassembly or how to wire it . Terry Last edited by Terry, NJ; 03-26-2016 at 03:59 PM.

03-26-2016, 04:31 PM	#19
goodoldvic Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: New Jersey shore Posts: 257	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... After reading all of the above I'm glad I got one from Mr. Crabtree!

03-26-2016, 05:26 PM	#20
Mitch//pa BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 11,454	Re: $50 for an ignition switch?,never thought I'd live to.... You need the fake pop out cable that screws into the dist....