|
Pop out ign. switch I just found a pop out switch, complete with cable , in as new condition , but the keys don't turn the lock. after a little cleaning up i found the made in spain logo on the back. does any one know about when this could have been made ?? and most importantly is there any way i can take it apart so as to maybe get a key made ? I'm sure someone has run into this problem thanks hooch
|
Re: Pop out ign. switch These were introduced in the '70's. The keys were universal to all switches, as I remember. That is, one key fits all. You should be able to make yours work with a little WD-40 or powdered graphite, or you might find someone here who has one of these who would trace the key pattern for you, and you could get a key made from that. They're pretty loosey-goosey.
|
Re: Pop out ign. switch thank you Ray for the info. now I hope someone else will offer up a key traceing or better yet a key . I will of course return it, any more help out there?? thanks Steve
|
Re: Pop out ign. switch Look close for a number. If you find one I may be able to help. John
|
Re: Pop out ign. switch If I recall, the Spain pop-outs had single digit key codes, there were only a few numbers issued. I believe #4 & #7 were the majority. A simple key that most any real locksmith could pick then make a key for in minutes. The locks were actually fairly reliable, and had that nice feature of originals- you could unlock it (on, popped out) then put your keys away. No need to let them dangle and klank up your nice nickel dash panel. A simple push shuts it off and locks it. I'm amazed by the number of people I meet who have never had an A with an original switch and do not understand how conveniently they worked. They're happy with the non-pop replacements.
|
Re: Pop out ign. switch Ok John thanks, I checked out the switch and here is what i found on the back...it says made in spain, also a diamond and what looks like a W inside it and next to it the number ! [ one] ..if this helps you help me I thank you very much. Steve
|
Re: Pop out ign. switch The Spain pop-outs have a very stiff outer cable compared to the originals.
|
Re: Pop out ign. switch It's been a while since I used one of these, but I seem to remember they fit properly in the 31 dash panels, but were cockeyed in the 28-30 panels.
|
| All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:23 AM. |
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2025, vBulletin Solutions Inc.