[H. L. Chauvin]

Hi 55,

If I remember correctly, it was really the "stamped" metal bodies of the new switches that were incorrectly shaped thus causing rod misalignment.

The plungers, (new and old) were near the same diameter and length, and had the same threads for the starter push rod if I remember correctly.

The old former starter plungers had dense cardboard or fiber board to contact the non-ferrous plate spring; however, the new starter switch plungers have what appears to be some sort of much tougher Delrin or hard white plastic.

If I were in your shoes, I would try to use a new plunger with an old switch.

Please let us know if it works ....... this thoughtful experiment may greatly assist others with this common problem .......... that is ...... if better aligned starter switches are not available today.