Re: 1949 Standard ignition switch

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2014/9/9 12:59:26

I wouldn't say key switch failure is prevalent or even common but as with most anything electrical and over a half-century old, it's certainly possible. Simplist thing to do is to just check the switch with an ohmmeter to see if you get connectivity when you turn the key to the on position. That simple. If not, the switch is bad; if yes, your problem is elsewhere. If you don't have an ohmmeter, just use a battery and bulb.

NAPA/Echlin has a large variety of "universal" ignition switches that are suitable though you may not be able to use the original bezel.