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Old 06-21-2013, 04:46 PM
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Is it common for an ignition switch to become worn on the inside so that the key will not stay? From looking at pictures on different vendors websites I am pretty sure I have the right key however it will not stay in the ignition and I am tired of having to dig it out of my pocket every time I want to turn the engine off. I have 72 model 86 with a three wire ignition and the little ignak two lobed key. I took the switch out and inspected it thinking maybe a key had been broken off inside it but could not see anything wrong with it. I like to keep things original but have a hard time spending the money for a new switch just for this reason. Just wondering if anyone else has came across this issue.
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Old 06-21-2013, 04:49 PM
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Mine does the same thing....Hope someone has a better answer than me. I got 550 cord tied to mine.
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Old 06-21-2013, 04:57 PM
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I have the opposite problem, I can't get my key out of my 127.

The 149, that I used to have, the key would fall out all the time so i just tied a string to it and hooked it to the hydro lift lever.

I imagine it's prolly a common thing given the age and (ab)use some of these machines have gone through in the past
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Old 06-21-2013, 05:06 PM
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That's what I figured but I thought I would throw it out there just to see. I don't want to put any holes in the dash or I would put a toggle and a push button and do away with the key all together.
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Old 06-21-2013, 05:28 PM
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Epoxy?

At least some silicone window sealant.

I had a 149 that the key fell out of. I looked through the junk drawer, and found one that was slightly thicker. Worked perfect.

I do not think the "teeth" on the key do anything!!
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Old 06-21-2013, 05:35 PM
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A different key ain't a bad idea. Good thinking!!

I'm pretty sure you're right about the teeth.
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They don't. You can start them with a screwdriver.
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Or go all the way and buy a new switch.
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Or go all the way and buy a new switch.
MAN, do you live in a different world than me!!

Heck, I had to eat potatoes, peas, salad, berries and cherries out of my own garden to get by tonight for dinner.


Maybe, when the next welfare check comes?

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Dang Cad. Been looking for salad plant for years, can't find one to save my soul up here
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