How To Change Ignition Switch 1975

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Jan 13, 2008 | 05:19 PM

vette75matt

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How To Change Ignition Switch 1975

Anybody have a clue on how to change out the switch (not the key) thats on/in the steering colum on a 75 vette......?

Jan 13, 2008 | 05:39 PM

Jud Chapin

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That's a fairly easy job with directions coming with the new parts.

Jan 13, 2008 | 09:03 PM

wnmech

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Try Jim Sheas papers here is the link look on page six it is not hard.
http://jimshea.corvettefaq.com/wp-co...dr2-30jn07.doc

Jan 14, 2008 | 08:41 AM

lars

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Loosen the column attach nuts and let the column drop down a few inches. Remove the (2) 5/16" head screws that hold the switch in place to the top of the column. Remove the switch. Takes about 10 minutes to do the complete job.

Jan 14, 2008 | 04:42 PM

RagTop69

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Originally Posted by lars

But....but.....but the instructions in the attachment to the post above says to "NEVER" try to change the ignition switch without removing the steering column. I think I like your advice better, but tell me why it won't damage the column as suggested in the paper attached? TIA.