C2 ignition switch
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Burning Brakes
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From: Fairfield County CT
C2 ignition switch
Where might I be able to order a new ignition switch (with keys) for my 1964 Corvette? The current switch seems to fire the engine only when the current switch is released, not when turned to the right. Thanks for any suggestions!
Team Owner
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From: Kannapolis NC
A quick test would be to connect a jumper wire from the positive on the battery to the + wire on the coil and see if it starts when you turn the key to start. If it does, you have a lost connection between the starter solenoid and the coil + wire (should be pink or black with pink stripe). After you release the key, the voltage comes from the ballast resistor instead of the solenoid, so that is likely working correctly.
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From: Bowling Green, Kentucky
There are two types of switches:
1. SMP switch from NAPA or Ebay. A decent replacement to get you going.
2. NOS. Ebay has them, and they are a bit pricey $$$. Get the GM part number for your switch (Probably #1116xxx) and then search Ebay for the GM or DELCO factory replacement. Also do A GOOGLE search for that part number, as there may be a few Corvette places that have one on the shelf........although this is unlikely.
Larry
PS: The 1967 switch number is #1116686. Your number will be less than this, but unsure of exactly what it is at this time without checking. The factory AIM will have it and a search of this C2 forum will also provide it.
Late edit: A quick search indicates you need a GM #1116635 switch. Info from old JohnZ post in our archives.
1. SMP switch from NAPA or Ebay. A decent replacement to get you going.
2. NOS. Ebay has them, and they are a bit pricey $$$. Get the GM part number for your switch (Probably #1116xxx) and then search Ebay for the GM or DELCO factory replacement. Also do A GOOGLE search for that part number, as there may be a few Corvette places that have one on the shelf........although this is unlikely.
Larry
PS: The 1967 switch number is #1116686. Your number will be less than this, but unsure of exactly what it is at this time without checking. The factory AIM will have it and a search of this C2 forum will also provide it.
Late edit: A quick search indicates you need a GM #1116635 switch. Info from old JohnZ post in our archives.
Last edited by Powershift; Jun 17, 2019 at 11:34 AM.
