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**mr48chev** · 08-29-2012, 09:43 AM

If the truck (55 stepside) came with a six in it the "start" button was on the floor (that hole to the right of the gas pedal) and the switch did not have a "start" on it.

I think what most guys with those trucks do is swap the original ignition switch out for a V8 switch that has the start capability built into it. Or you can put a pushbutton in or under the dash to start the truck. A push button that is hidden under the dash but is easily reachable by the driver sitting in the seat also works great as a bit of a safety device as kids or other people can't start the truck by turning the key alone.

08-29-2012, 09:43 AM	#2
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,838	Re: Ignition switch question If the truck (55 stepside) came with a six in it the "start" button was on the floor (that hole to the right of the gas pedal) and the switch did not have a "start" on it. I think what most guys with those trucks do is swap the original ignition switch out for a V8 switch that has the start capability built into it. Or you can put a pushbutton in or under the dash to start the truck. A push button that is hidden under the dash but is easily reachable by the driver sitting in the seat also works great as a bit of a safety device as kids or other people can't start the truck by turning the key alone.