[onewickedcamaro]

I run into a problem... well two. The first is what size srew or bolt that holds down the ignition switch? I have tried 1/4 and 5/16 both don't work. Next is that I found someone took out the ignition switch. I went to napa and bought a new one. The question I have is that rod coming from the key where you start the car is pointing straight up. The switch that I have the rod goes into the switch from the side.. Going from driver to pass side. Do I just bend the rod or do I have the wrong switch?. Also what is the best way to install the switch. Do I leave the key in the lock position and move my switch to match it?
Thanks

 

[Eric Kammerer]

The actuator rod does point up, and you probably have the correct switch and are just trying to put it on wrong. I will dig up some pictures to post.

 

[Eric Kammerer]

Theres a photo at the bottom of this post, but I am looking for a better one...

http://www.camaros.net/forums/showthread.php?t=71841&highlight=ignition+switch+rod

 

[Eric Kammerer]

Some good diagrams and instructions at this link. Look at the standard 69-76 column info and pics.

http://jimshea.corvettefaq.com/?page_id=5

 

[JIML82]

There are two different ignition switches. One type for tilt columns the other is for the standard (non-adjustable) columns.

You didn't mention which type that you have.

You can go to www.corvettefaq.com
Click on Jim Shea Steering Articles
Click on A & F-Car Steering
Scroll down to either the 1969-76 Standard Column or the 1969-76 Tilt Column sections
Download Paper #3 and Pic #3 (The paper and pic have instructions on installing and adjusting the ignition switch.

 

[onewickedcamaro]

You are right, I have the standard column.
Thanks

 

[onewickedcamaro]

Thanks great information but still not a good picture of where the rod goes into the switch. I looked at the bottom of the switch but cannot see any where the rod can go??????

 

[JIML82]

Maybe the picture in the middle of the page will help.

http://jimshea.corvettefaq.com/wp-content/uploads/2006/01/StdClmnACarDisassemblyPage2Rev04MR03.doc

JIML82

 

[onewickedcamaro]

Thanks Jim and Eric with your help I got installed.:hurray: