69 ignition key interlock/lockout? lever on column inside engine compartment
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Racer
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69 ignition key interlock/lockout? lever on column inside engine compartment
I have a 4-speed 69 convertible and there is a lever on the steering column located inside the engine compartment that in one position does not allow the ignition key to be removed. I was told that it is supposed to be connected to the transmission somehow.
I am getting ready to install my Keisler 5-spd and would like to know how and what to, that I am supposed to hook the lever up to.
Thanks for any help.
Eric.
I am getting ready to install my Keisler 5-spd and would like to know how and what to, that I am supposed to hook the lever up to.
Thanks for any help.
Eric.
Melting Slicks
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Re: 69 ignition key interlock/lockout? lever on column inside engine compartment (EricU)
that lever is used for autos, not manuals.
after my 5speed install, i simplyed bubba-it into the up/unlock position
chad
after my 5speed install, i simplyed bubba-it into the up/unlock position
chad
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Re: 69 ignition key interlock/lockout? lever on column inside engine compartment (EricU)
In '69, that lever connected to a transmission "back drive" cable that was hooked to the reverse gear shift arm on the transmission. It required that the car be in reverse in order to remove the key from the ignition. You can just lock the lever in the released position to allow you to remove the key. I don't think there would be any way to rig the back drive cable to the Keisler shifter.
Shannon
Shannon
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Re: 69 ignition key interlock/lockout? lever on column inside engine compartment (71'AirStrike)
that lever is used for autos, not manuals.
after my 5speed install, i simplyed bubba-it into the up/unlock position
chad
after my 5speed install, i simplyed bubba-it into the up/unlock position
chad
[Modified by bluevetteman, 6:56 PM 3/25/2004]
[Modified by bluevetteman, 6:57 PM 3/25/2004]
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Re: 69 ignition key interlock/lockout? lever on column inside engine compartment (71'AirStrike)
The following paper has the history and theory behind the General Motors transmission/steering column backdrive system.
http://www.corvettefaq.com/redir.asp?site=372
Since you will need to cobble a switch for your backup lights, it might be possible to cobble the backdrive cable to your transmission as well.
http://www.corvettefaq.com/redir.asp?site=372
Since you will need to cobble a switch for your backup lights, it might be possible to cobble the backdrive cable to your transmission as well.
Melting Slicks
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Re: 69 ignition key interlock/lockout? lever on column inside engine compartment (Jim Shea)
Since you will need to cobble a switch for your backup lights, it might be possible to cobble the backdrive cable to your transmission as well.
Racer
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From: Manchvegas NH
Re: 69 ignition key interlock/lockout? lever on column inside engine compartment (EricU)
I was always wondering how this worked. I noticed that it was disconnected in my car, so I connected it. Then, I couldn't remove they key! I quickly disconnected it.
I wonder if anybody actually has this hooked up and functional on their 4 speeds?
I wonder if anybody actually has this hooked up and functional on their 4 speeds?
