I have seached and tried to dis***emble a 1939 Ford Delux ignition switch.I have the tube off,headlamp /horn switch out as well as the lock cylinder.I cannot seem to get the on/off switch dis***embled.Any help out there?Thank you in advance
I found this info on another site, it may help you..... "The woodruff key is one big spline that lets the steering wheel turn the shaft. There is a lock washer and nut on the end of the shaft that keeps the wheel on the shaft. The shaft is tapered and the nut forces the wheel onto the taper to ensure good, solid contact with wheel key and shaft. The taper also prevents the base of the collar on the wheel and the column from rubbing. Now to your key problem. The correct operation is the key locks and unlocks the steering column. You are supposed to be able to remove/insert the key when in the locked position. When turning the key after insertion, the locking pin is retracted from a collar on the shaft. When retracted,(unlocked), the ignition lever is aligned with the locking pin so it can be moved from the off to on position. Some where in your removal process, you have the internal parts installed incorrectly. I'll try to find some pics in my old early V-8 book that will let you tear down and re***emble correctly. The first time is tricky because of the wing off bolt that has to be drilled and removed with an easy out. There is also a spring and ball that can fall out and it can be difficult for you to determine where and how it goes. "
Try this thread on the Fordbarn http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=60911&highlight=steering+column+lock
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