If the ignition switch can be left in the accessory position and the key removed, is that a faulty switch or a bad key?

 

Satrday:

Is your ignition key the correct 1967 B&S octagon head "A" key or is it something different? Is the key still sharp or is it smooth/worn?

For 1967, the key should not be removable in the ACC position; but on some of the earlier Corvette models it could be removed. Is is possible that you have an earlier ignition switch and key?

Let us know, and we can go from there.

Larry

 

..............in Acc and Run. Original key (and duplicates) and original switch. 2nd owner, 37 years! As far as I know it was made that way - it's been that way since 1971!

 

Powershift, I have only had my car for 3 days, but I think from the VIN it is a later model '67. However, I can tell you my key is a square GM key so that may be the problem. What happened is I turned the motor off yesterday, the key must have been in the ACC position, and the battery was dead today. Checking the owners manual, it says the key can't be removed except when the key is in the off position. Also, the key feels "sloppy" when in the switch. So question becomes, can I get an original key (and switch to match) from a vendor or am I stuck with remembering to turn the key to the off position or else. Thanks...Nick

 

If you have an original lock cylinder in your '67 (one-year only part), the key blade will have an "A" stamp to indicate that it's an "A" keyway. The glove box will be a "B". ('68s would be C & D, etc.). The octagon "A" key blanks (Briggs) are somewhat difficult to find. Most hardware store and other similar key cutters have just the rectangle blanks. This will have nothing to do with your "... removal in ACC ..." problem, however.

 

Nick:

Check your square head ignition key to see if it has a small "A" stamped on the shaft just below the head. Also check to see if the key opens both door locks as it should. If your key has an "A" and opens both doors, it is likely the correct key code cut into one of the later, replacement square-head key blanks.

Assuming it is the correct key code, you can buy a original or reproduction 1967 Briggs and Stratten octagon head "A" key from one of the corvette suppliers such as Corvette Central or LICS (Long Island Corvette Supply), or on E-bay; and then have a local LOCKSMITH cut you a new, correct key using your old key as a guide. If your square head key has the four character GM key code stamped into the key, that is all the locksmith needs. Then try it in the ignition. A new key that is not worn (out) may solve your problem. If not, you can remove the ignition lock cylinder and take it to the same locksmith to have new tumblers/internals installed. That should fix it.

If you cannot find a old-time locksmith in your area to put new tumblers into the ignition lock, e-mail me and I will provide you names of some folks who can help.

Another option is to purchase a new ignition lock with new key. LICS has this for sale in their catalog. However, then you either buy new door locks with the same matching key, or learn to live with multiple keys.

An excellent article about B&S locks and keys, including repair/replacement and keying information is available on the camaro website at http://www.camaros.org/keysandlocks.shtml

Hope this helps. Larry

 

Larry, that's the exact kind of great, helpful and informative info I joined this forum for. You're the best