1968 Ignition Switch Connector
March 13th, 2019, 04:17 PM
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1968 442 Convertible
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1968 Ignition Switch Connector
I searched, didn't find a significant answer.
As you know, 1968 was a transition year. Federal mandate required a key minder buzzer, so the 1967 switch was redesigned two incorporate two additional terminals dedicated to the key minder circuit. In 1969, the feds required a steering lock and the ignition was completely redesigned and moved to the column. Unfortunately, this makes 1968 a one year only design.
My ignition connector must have overheated at some point because it has been replaced with the bare type 56 and a few PIDG terminals. The rest of my dash harness is in fairly good shape, so would prefer to fix this portion. My problem is that I cannot find a 3-prong, 1968 connector housing. Evidently, it is not reproduced even though it should be same as Chevelle.
What is the solution? Perhaps use a 1967 ignition and connector while disabling the key minder circuit?
What is used on aftermarket factory fit dash harnesses?
-Brian
As you know, 1968 was a transition year. Federal mandate required a key minder buzzer, so the 1967 switch was redesigned two incorporate two additional terminals dedicated to the key minder circuit. In 1969, the feds required a steering lock and the ignition was completely redesigned and moved to the column. Unfortunately, this makes 1968 a one year only design.
My ignition connector must have overheated at some point because it has been replaced with the bare type 56 and a few PIDG terminals. The rest of my dash harness is in fairly good shape, so would prefer to fix this portion. My problem is that I cannot find a 3-prong, 1968 connector housing. Evidently, it is not reproduced even though it should be same as Chevelle.
What is the solution? Perhaps use a 1967 ignition and connector while disabling the key minder circuit?
What is used on aftermarket factory fit dash harnesses?
-Brian
March 13th, 2019, 07:27 PM
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You might try calling Lectric Limited,i have their harnesses on my 67 Olds, and on my Vette.
American Auto Wire, i have not personally used them but have heard good things about them.
Perhaps they can tell you if the plugs are available.
Steve
American Auto Wire, i have not personally used them but have heard good things about them.
Perhaps they can tell you if the plugs are available.
Steve
March 14th, 2019, 04:57 AM
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I searched, didn't find a significant answer.
As you know, 1968 was a transition year. Federal mandate required a key minder buzzer, so the 1967 switch was redesigned two incorporate two additional terminals dedicated to the key minder circuit. In 1969, the feds required a steering lock and the ignition was completely redesigned and moved to the column. Unfortunately, this makes 1968 a one year only design.
My ignition connector must have overheated at some point because it has been replaced with the bare type 56 and a few PIDG terminals. The rest of my dash harness is in fairly good shape, so would prefer to fix this portion. My problem is that I cannot find a 3-prong, 1968 connector housing. Evidently, it is not reproduced even though it should be same as Chevelle.
What is the solution? Perhaps use a 1967 ignition and connector while disabling the key minder circuit?
What is used on aftermarket factory fit dash harnesses?
-Brian
As you know, 1968 was a transition year. Federal mandate required a key minder buzzer, so the 1967 switch was redesigned two incorporate two additional terminals dedicated to the key minder circuit. In 1969, the feds required a steering lock and the ignition was completely redesigned and moved to the column. Unfortunately, this makes 1968 a one year only design.
My ignition connector must have overheated at some point because it has been replaced with the bare type 56 and a few PIDG terminals. The rest of my dash harness is in fairly good shape, so would prefer to fix this portion. My problem is that I cannot find a 3-prong, 1968 connector housing. Evidently, it is not reproduced even though it should be same as Chevelle.
What is the solution? Perhaps use a 1967 ignition and connector while disabling the key minder circuit?
What is used on aftermarket factory fit dash harnesses?
-Brian
March 15th, 2019, 07:06 AM
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1968 442 Convertible
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Thanks, that is helpful. You know I saw that page in my book and didn’t realize what i was looking at. I think I have an extra 30 amp breaker that looks similar enough to use.
I did send Scott a PM. Hopefully he’ll have the elusive connector housing.
I did send Scott a PM. Hopefully he’ll have the elusive connector housing.
Last edited by bry593; March 15th, 2019 at 07:08 AM.
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