Starter/ignition issue

[HO455]

Originally Posted by pontiacvince

After replacing the starter/solenoid and still doing the same thing, I pulled the switch (new) from the dash, checked all wiring, etc. All good. Then I took the bakelite off the back of the switch and you could see carbon build up between two of the contacts. I was told that the aftermarket switches have a problem because they are too close together and eventually arc across. I cleaned all the carbon buildup out and used a small file to widen the gap. Cleaned it again, and then filled the gap with some super glue. Works perfectly!!!

Great work! Any chance you took some photos? I'd like to add them to the ignition switch thread I started.

[pontiacvince]

Originally Posted by HO455

Great work! Any chance you took some photos? I'd like to add them to the ignition switch thread I started.

I ordered a new switch from LMC and got it AFTER I had already fixed the other one. I snapped these pics from it. The two COPPER contacts that are too close together are visible on one side. A small file to open that gap slightly is all that is necessary. As I said, after it is opened up and cleaned, a small amount of super glue was used to fill it in. Be sure NOT to get the super glue on the contacts and let dry thoroughly.

CAUTION: The small brass contact has a small spring underneath. Be very careful when disassembling!!! The brass contact goes as shown.