Ok, so I'm halfway through my 84 build and I realise that the "keyswitch" cover piece is busted off. I remember now the PO told me the stereo had been stolen when the car got broken into. So, what can I do to remedy this? They key will insert and turn, but a screwdriver probably would too. I'm afraid the key may fall out and the steering lock while I'm driving, or worse, some ******* sees it's busted and tries to steal it. Too buy an entire assembly is OMG! expensive and not gonna be in the budget for some time. So, anyone have any ideas? Is there any other ignition switch I could use instead?

 

yes

 

Yes ???? Yes what?

 

People are scrapping these cars all the time. You just need an ignition switch and a key that fits it. Take it to a locksmith and have it rekeyed to fit the key that works in your door locks. I am assuming you have a key that fits your other locks.

 

I thought of that route too, but apparently out here on the penninsula, people are keeping thier sevens. I called all the salvage yards around when I started this project, not a single seven to be found. Guess I'll have to expand my search to the Tacoma/Seattle area.

 

There are quite a few of them over at the Nisqually pick a part.

 

Thanks! Looks like I'm going to be rackin up some "frequent driver miles" soon.

 

i have several with original key (door lock cylinder are not included). LMK

 

That would be awsome. what do you want for one?

 

oh, check this out.... I'm going through the old vac lines from the rats nest to throw some stuff out and I peel off a wad of electrical tape........ and what do ya know, I gotta spare key. Not that I need it with this, but thought that was funny. PO musta kept a key hidden in the vac lines. LOL