[DeTomaso] Ignition Switch

[MikeLDrew at aol.com]

In a message dated 6/9/08 11 18 9, scscottc at gmail.com writes:


> Well looks like my ignition switch has died on me.. while I have no problem
> ordering from a Pantera vendor I would at least take the chance that someone
> would be able to recommend an alternative part number that would be
> available locally first.
> 
> Anyone know of a part number at NAPA or Car Quest etc that would work?  I
> have a '71 Pre L #1523.
> 

What you need is a switch for a 1971-1973 Mercury Capri.   They are available 
from Capri parts sources (do some Googling) for a fair bit less than De 
Tomaso sources.

The ignition switch has two components--mechanical and electrical.   What 
exactly is the problem you are suffering?   Before changing the switch I would 
rule out all other possiblities, then replace just the defective half if 
possible.

Unless you are having a purely mechanical problem with the switch, I suspect 
the problem might lie elsewhere....

Mike


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