<VV> Phoenix Ignition Switch

[Mike Stillwell]

 We're having a similar discussion on Corvair Center Forum. IIRC, a '67 switch will not work with the wiring if it is a '65 switch. I've never seen a '65 that you can turn without a key. It's a flush mounted face - no lip to grab. How do you turn it? if it has a boss around the key, then it is an early switch and must be turned all the way to the left to the lock position to keep the cylinder from being turned without the key. I'm not an early guy, so I'm not sure if the wiring is the same if it is an earlier switch. Clark's lists a different part for the switch, but that may be due to internal differences with the tumbler, not the wiring.

 Mike
 YS-117
 
--- On Wed, 5/18/11, Brian <bmoneill at juno.com> wrote:

> From: Brian <bmoneill at juno.com>
> Subject: <VV> Phoenix Ignition Switch
> To: fastvair at yahoogroups.com, VirtualVairs at corvair.org
> Date: Wednesday, May 18, 2011, 10:15 AM
> I am currently working on the Fitch
> Phoenix.  John has asked me to take a look at the
> ignition switch. Based on the year of the car’s build and
> the fact that the key can be removed when the engine is
> running; I believe it is a 1965 one.  The problem now
> is the switch will turn and start the car without the
> key.  I know there are different switches for
> 1965,66-67 and 68-69.
> I’m looking for input as to what might be the problem
> that allows the switch to be turned without the key and also
> information about the interchangeability of the three
> switches.  A local club member has a 67 one with keys
> he is willing to donate.  If anyone has a 65 switch
> they would donate, it would be much appreciated.
>