ignition switch
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Car: 86 WS6 5sp TA
Engine: 305
Transmission: 5sp
Axle/Gears: posi
ignition switch
i'm installing my new ignition switch but the actuator rod is pointing up and the hole in the switch when mounted is pointing sideways. am i missing something obvious?
in the pic you can see the tip of the rod sticking up vertical. the view is looking straight down the steering column with the wheel dropped. i need to rotate it to the right to get it to interface with the switch.
in the pic you can see the tip of the rod sticking up vertical. the view is looking straight down the steering column with the wheel dropped. i need to rotate it to the right to get it to interface with the switch.
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Car: 86 WS6 5sp TA
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Re: ignition switch
that's what i thought but i can't see where it goes....i hope i bought the right switch... i'll look again later today.
thanks!
thanks!
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Re: ignition switch
Are you sure you don't have the switch installed backwards?
See attached.
See attached.
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Re: ignition switch
i'm not sure about anything right now but the mount holes determine where it goes so i don't see how i can install it backwards. it mounts right on the very top of the column with the screws to the left. i don't see how the rod fits underneath though. didn't have a chance to look at it again today will do so in the morning. THANKS!
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Re: ignition switch
i think i bought the wrong switch! damn....
This part is not compatible with 1986 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Coupe 2-Door 5.0L 305Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated.