1965 Ignition Switch Question

[Mark P.]

My ignition key can be removed in the ON position.

Is this likely caused by wear in the ignition switch ? I have heard the repro's work also work this way. Is it more likely I have a repro or service replacement ?

If I buy a NOS 1116660 switch would this likely reemedy the problem and pass Operations ?

[Wayne M.]

Re: 1965 Ignition Switch Question

My ignition switch (key ?) can be removed in the ON position.

Is this likely caused by wear in the ignition switch ? I have heard the repro's work also work this way. Is it more likely I have a repro or service replacement ?

If I buy a NOS 1116660 switch would this likely reemedy the problem and pass Operations ?

Mark -- you can remove the switch by pushing a small dia. pin in the hole while turning to the left. Then, undo the bezel and ease the switch out the back. Be careful as there's a lamp in a socket on the back.

Here's a pic of an NOS 1111660 ign. switch (see the "660" cast on the side) and the removed tumbler beside it; if repro you can proceed from there.

[Peter L.]

Re: 1965 Ignition Switch Question

Mark - If the (key?) can be removed from the 65 p/n 1116660 ignition switch in the ON position, the problem is usually either with the key (a worn/well used key)or the ignition lock cylinder (tumblers) not the ignition switch. Pete