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Need help w/ ignition switch

Posted: 5/8/08 12:26pmMessage 1 of 6
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Winnemucca, NV - USA
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Vette(s): 1969 Convertible, 350/300, AT, PS, PB, AC, 2Top
This is the closest I can get the rod to line up with the switch and operate freely.  If the bend in the rod was the opposite direction if would fit perfect, what am I doing wrong?Confused
 
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Need help w/ ignition switch

Posted: 5/8/08 12:30pmMessage 2 of 6
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Tucson, AZ - USA
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Vette(s): 1970 White L-46 Air Roadster, 1971 White LT1 Coupe, 1971 Red Auto Air Coupe, 383 stroker, 430 HP, 2002 Millennium Yellow Auto Coupe
Isn't the switch upside-down? I will have to look when I get home.

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Need help w/ ignition switch

Posted: 5/8/08 12:40pmMessage 3 of 6
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If I turn it around the slider will operate opposite of the key switch. (acc would start car)

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Need help w/ ignition switch

Posted: 5/8/08 1:31pmMessage 4 of 6
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I got it, the switch was upside down.  Fits fine now, I really feel stupiddoh  Thanks for the help!!
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Need help w/ ignition switch

Posted: 5/8/08 6:18pmMessage 5 of 6
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Need help w/ ignition switch

Posted: 5/9/08 10:15amMessage 6 of 6
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[QUOTE=reaper]...I really feel stupiddoh ...[/QUOTE]
 
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