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Old 02-17-2012, 09:02 PM
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Default 122 Ignition Switch?
Been trying to locate an ignition switch for my 122. Pulled my, and it was beyond corroded. I'm sure it's a big reason nothing is happening when I try to start it.

So everywhere I look, the replacement switch is $30-40. Am I crazy, or should this be a $9 part? What am I missing here? It's a three prong, three position switch (off - on - run) right?

Should I walk into an auto parts store and see if they have something? Hardware store?

Thanks, guys!
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Old 02-17-2012, 09:12 PM
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I can only imagine a mighty low quality switch for $9, but, I hope you are successful so we can follow up with our purchases!!
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Old 02-17-2012, 09:46 PM
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Normally, I'd be right with you - you get what you pay for (hey, after all - it IS why I'm in the Cub Club, right?)

But $40 for something as simple as that switch is ludicris.
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Old 02-17-2012, 09:47 PM
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You willing to gamble on the possibility of burning something up over a savings of $20-$30? I got another ignition switch off ebay for about $15 shipped since the one that came on the 122 would let the key fall out.

I would check some of the folks that deal in used parts and get the correct one from them.
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The Ignition Switch does not have high amperage running through it. Usually they need replacing due to age or corrosion.

You might try the above sponsors to see if they have a good used switch.
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Nearly all generic replacement ignition switches are for magneto ignition, so you are unlikely to find a cheap replacement. The new switch should last another 40 years. And the best part is, it's still available.
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Old 02-18-2012, 09:56 AM
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Nearly all generic replacement ignition switches are for magneto ignition, .....snip......
That's the difference I forgot about. I knew something was different but didn't remember what it was.

Thanks Matt
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Ah, the magneto thing...well that makes sense. I was wondering why everyone was getting a little touchy about an expensive switch.

Bite the bullet, I suppose...If I wanted to go "cheap" I should have bought a cheap machine!

(For the record, I don't want to go cheap...)
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Switches are rated by their action (ie: SPST or SPDT, etc) and their amperage rating. It has NOTHING to do whether there for battery or magneto systems.
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No worries amccune. I had the exact reaction when I ventured online to buy the IGN switch for my 147. I looked at all these other models that had switches for $14.99 and thought, what the heck?!

Bite the bullet is right, and I still haven't picked one up yet, lol. I just forked out $100 for a new wiring harness and proved once and for all that my IGN switch is for sure bad, so the buying continues.

At least it's fun, right?
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