1929 Model A Ford popout ignition switch

Bob P.

Bob P.

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I have a 1929 popout switch. When I bought it the head was seperated from the cable. Can anyone tell me the correct length for a 1929 cable? Im going to use it on a 1929 pickup. The key wont turn (maybe it's the wrong key I don't know I bought it with two keys one is a repop blank key so I will take it to a locksmith and have him check the numbers to see if it's the correct key or not. My question is I want to go through it so I know it will be dependable. Is there any place I can go to find "how to restore it" info? Thank you, Bob :)
 
A & L Parts have the 28-29 cable that plugs into the 28-29 switch; this would save you a lot of problems, providing you can get keys and make the pop out switch work properly.

A & L Tel. No. 860-693-0112

Ron
 
Outside cable (not including inner cable ends) is 26-1/4 long
When installing the cable end drill a little hole in the popout end housing end tap it and install Allen screw to keep cable from falling out and disconnecting the power.
 

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A 29 is very easy to restore. Take the head apart and check the insulators. You should replace the wire in the cable. That's all there is to it.
 
You need a key to open it! There are other ways to do it but you need to know how.

Is there a number on the bezel? an A- with 3 digits

Joop
 
I try to help people and I guess some Guy like to harass me in Private emails!!!!!

Can you please explain that B/S statement about the pop out will fall out if not drilled & set in place ?? How the HELL can an ORIGINAL fall out ??...:mad::mad::mad:
 
Joop said:
You need a key to open it! There are other ways to do it but you need to know how.

Is there a number on the bezel? an A- with 3 digits

Joop
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There is a strategic spot you can drill to get it open. The button that frees the lock is spring loaded.

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Joop said:
I try to help people and I guess some Guy like to harass me in Private emails!!!!!

Can you please explain that B/S statement about the pop out will fall out if not drilled & set in place ?? How the HELL can an ORIGINAL fall out ??...:mad::mad::mad:
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The cable end that goes into the popout can get loose and fall out. It is best fixed by tapping a small hole and inserting allen head screw.

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Thanks for posting the pictures mrtexas

If Bob gives us the number on the bezel we may be able to help him with a key.

Joop
 
Tom Wesenberg said:
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This is a 28-9 original popout I bought at a swap meet, but it came with a 30-1 key that happens to open it.
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After 80 years there is no guarantee that the cylinder pins match the key. A locksmith can easily make a new key to open it. I've done that several times.
 
On 28-29 and early 30 you (do not) need a key to take it apart if you look at Tom`s picture there is a Botton head set screw on the side take it out and the tumbler will come out with the lock ring, sometimes they can be a little sticky so hold it in one hand and with the other hand pop it in and let popout it will knock the ring loose. on the 28-29 cable Bratton part #16370 30 with a oval speedo it used the same head but the cable is longer,
 
jw hash said:
On 28-29 and early 30 you (do not) need a key to take it apart if you look at Tom`s picture there is a Botton head set screw on the side take it out and the tumbler will come out with the lock ring, sometimes they can be a little sticky so hold it in one hand and with the other hand pop it in and let popout it will knock the ring loose. on the 28-29 cable Bratton part #16370 30 with a oval speedo it used the same head but the cable is longer,
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thanks for the info was able to get mine apart so I could see the number on the tumbler now to get a key
 
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