Mcneills48
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12-09-18 12:42 PM - Post#2753993
Im looking for what other people have used for an ignition switch in place of the floor button. I have a 48 fleetline. I had to get rid of the floor button. I'm looking for an original look on the dash and would like a key start. Is there a 50's or later ignition that would slide right in?
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 raycow
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12-09-18 03:29 PM - Post#2754003
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Ok, so specifically you wish to get rid of the foot-operated starter, correct? The easiest fix would be a push-button starter switch such as was used 49-52. If that's not acceptable, you could use a "universal" key-start switch, available from almost any parts store, and of course online. If you want a switch that takes a GM key, you could look at a 53-54, but you would have to cobble the mount, and I'm not sure it would pass for stock.
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Mcneills48
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12-09-18 04:16 PM - Post#2754007
In response to raycow
Thanks Ray. Yes I had to get rid of push starter. I'm wanting to have a key start but I don't want to drill the dash out. Will anything work with the existing hole?
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12-09-18 06:47 PM - Post#2754015
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The universal switch will have a smaller diameter mounting shank than the 53-54. You might want to inspect one at a parts store, measure the shank, and see how it compares with the existing dash hole.
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 Keith_Knox
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12-09-18 09:25 PM - Post#2754027
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Interesting. Why did you have to get rid of the foot operated starter?
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Mcneills48
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12-10-18 12:01 AM - Post#2754033
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I put in a 350 turbo tranny so I had to change the tunnel. Things didn't line up anymore.
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Keith_Knox
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12-10-18 10:25 AM - Post#2754061
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That explains it. Good luck with your switch search.
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lofat46
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12-10-18 01:45 PM - Post#2754085
In response to Mcneills48
Look on the bottom edge of your dash. GM put a few extra holes under there for a variety of accessories. you might be able to use an existing hole with maybe a little enlarging to install a starter button. it would be pretty much out of sight and you could keep the same key switch.
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12-10-18 07:53 PM - Post#2754115
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I did exactly that on a 47 coupe I installed a 56 V8 running gear. This was in 1967 while I was in the Navy. Starter button on the left side on the bottom edge of the dash.
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The Flash
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09-01-22 07:45 AM - Post#2846611
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Hi did you ever find a switch that would work?
I'm working on finishing up my swap and done want to use a button if I dont have to
thanks
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09-01-22 10:36 AM - Post#2846622
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Original poster has not posted for 2 years.
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09-01-22 11:13 AM - Post#2846623
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well hopefully some one else chimes in
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