32 dome light switch plate

[barry]

I bought a new dome light switch plate from drake's to replace the old one in my 32 fordor. I notice it is not the same. I am not sure which is correct. I have tried to send a picture of both. the old one has a concave recess around the switch opening while the new one has a convex shape that is different. the new one is also smaller. I have tried to send a picture of them. hope it works.

 

[Fordors]

Your original is correct, genuine Ford. The Drake switch plate must be a generic one he found a source for. With the smaller C-C for the screw holes it will not fit the original switch.

 

[barry]

it looks as though the switch plate in the mac's cataloque is also the incorrect one. the anyone make a correct reproduction

 

[FL&WVMIKE]

For best results, stay away from reproduction parts. Restore your original parts.
It is not uncommon for vendors to sell parts that are not correct.
MIKE

 

[jim1932]

your original is the same as mine.

 

[barry]

Thanks Jim,

 

[Ian NZ]

The original interior 1932 light switch plates should they be nickel or chrome plated?

 

[DavidG]

Nickel plated, just like most of the rest of the interior hardware.

As for Barry's question, your original switch plate looks good enough to save; why not have it re-plated?

 

[jim1932]

is plating charged by the piece? Or is it cheaper if you have a lot of parts. Ie should I wait until I have all the parts together or can I piecemeal it?

 

[barry]

your right David. I will either replate it or just use it as it is. does anyone want to buy a cheap reproduction. I have one for sale!

 

[DICK SPADARO]

Dome light switch plate offered reproduction is a generic unit most likely Model A version, Correct recessed plate is plated for 32-5 and then painted up to 1939

 

[DavidG]

Jim,

As for your plating question, I think most competent platers prefer the batch approach and likely price their work accordingly. If you are a regular customer of a plater, they likely will accommodate you for a single piece in an emergency, but not if you wear out your welcome with nothing but emergencies.