Re: Ignition switch rebuild

Posted by Ross On 2013/7/16 11:57:21

The 54s with pull in solenoids on the starters (all seniors and top line Clippers)did indeed overload the keyswitch. There is a service bulletin somewhere about adding a relay between the keyswitch and the solenoid to minimize current draw and insure the solenoid pulled in fully.

Lucky for the guys with cheap Clippers that still used bendix starter drives and the small solenoid. Their keyswitch was not overloaded and usually lasted. The one in my 54 is still perfect at nearly 100K miles. Something to look for when at the junkyard!