Ignition switch bottoms out

Discussion in 'Wrenchin' Secrets' started by mikethegoon, Jan 3, 2023.

  1. mikethegoon

    mikethegoon Well-Known Member

    On my 69 gs the key has to be rotated all the way before starter is activated. I sort of remember switch connected by a linkage but it was a long time ago. Is there an adjustment ?.
     
    mikethegoon, Jan 3, 2023
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  2. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    The ignition switch is adjustable. You'll need a 5/16 wrench
     
    CJay, Jan 3, 2023
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  3. mikethegoon

    mikethegoon Well-Known Member

    Alright , thanks .looks like I will have to go to the books.
     
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  4. Max Damage

    Max Damage I'm working on it!

    Is it in the column in '69? I guess it must be?
     
    Max Damage, Jan 3, 2023
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  5. mikethegoon

    mikethegoon Well-Known Member

    It is but I last looked at one maybe 80's. I was a youth
     
    mikethegoon, Jan 3, 2023
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  6. FLGS400

    FLGS400 Gold Level Contributor

    I think the switch part is on top of the steering column. The key is on the column on a 69, unlike a 68 where it is on the dash.
     
    FLGS400, Jan 3, 2023
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  7. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    You should feel the detents in the switch when you adjust it
     
    CJay, Jan 3, 2023
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  8. SteeveeDee

    SteeveeDee Orange Acres

    The ignition switch is on the column, on top, at the firewall. There is a small amount of adjustment, with a couple of screws to loosen and re-tighten. If that adjustment doesn't fix the problem, you may need a new sector gear or the rod. The teeth on the sector gear and rod do wear out.
     
    SteeveeDee, Jan 3, 2023
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