Changing an Ignition Lock Cylinder

[mcbassin]

Hey Leon, quick question. Do you know if an ignition switch from a 69 will plug into a 68 wiring harness? thanks

[LockDoc]

Originally Posted by mcbassin

Hey Leon, quick question. Do you know if an ignition switch from a 69 will plug into a 68 wiring harness? thanks

The answer would be yes.... "but" you have to make sure both switches have the accessory position built in. The wiring is different on the two. The problem is that some of the '68's had the accessory position and some didn't. All '69's did.

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[mcbassin]

Originally Posted by LockDoc

The answer would be yes.... "but" you have to make sure both switches have the accessory position built in. The wiring is different on the two. The problem is that some of the '68's had the accessory position and some didn't. All '69's did.

LockDoc

So, I'm assuming the 68 is a bare bones C-10. Do you think the accessory was an upgrade? Also, would the switch function and start the engine even if the accessary isn't built into the harness? Basically, this is to replace a switch that he has to use a screwdriver to start and it's real pain making it start, almost as though the contacts inside the switch are toast.
Thanks for the prompt response as always Leon.

[LockDoc]

Originally Posted by mcbassin

So, I'm assuming the 68 is a bare bones C-10. Do you think the accessory was an upgrade? Also, would the switch function and start the engine even if the accessary isn't built into the harness? Basically, this is to replace a switch that he has to use a screwdriver to start and it's real pain making it start, almost as though the contacts inside the switch are toast.
Thanks for the prompt response as always Leon.

It really doesn't matter how a '68 truck is optioned as to whether it would have the accessory position or not. It depends on when and where it was made. It seems that some of the early production '68's from certain plants had the '67 style switches with no accessory position. As to whether it would work or not, I don't know. If you have both wire looms you could check the color coding on the connector and see if they are the same....

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[mcbassin]

Originally Posted by LockDoc

It really doesn't matter how a '68 truck is optioned as to whether it would have the accessory position or not. It depends on when and where it was made. It seems that some of the early production '68's from certain plants had the '67 style switches with no accessory position. As to whether it would work or not, I don't know. If you have both wire looms you could check the color coding on the connector and see if they are the same....

LockDoc

Thanks Leon, I will check the wiring tonight. Have a good one.

[LockDoc]

Originally Posted by mcbassin

Thanks Leon, I will check the wiring tonight. Have a good one.

No problem Mike.

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