1952-59 Ford 1953 Ford Ignition Switch

My original 6V ignition switch on my 1953 Ford Customline failed and I am looking for a quality replacement that fits as the original did. Would appreciate any advice. My car is now 12V

 

I went with this one on my '54. Works perfectly. I originally went with a Dennis Carpenter piece.....and it was junk!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CQ6CS6?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

 

Thank you. Was it a direct fit as I want to keep as original as possible

 

Just my personal opinion.....Standard Products used to be a good product USA made. However, if you read the Amazon small print this switch is made in China. For better results I would rather pay a little more and buy an NOS or NORS USA made switch. There are several offered now on EBAY.

 

Agree but can the original stand 12 volts?

 

The same Ford part # is used for '52-and later switches which would include both 6 and 12 volt cars so using it on a 12 volt car should not be problem. I know lots of people who have updated their cars from 6 to 12 volts but I never heard of anyone having to change their ignition switch as part of the process.

 

6 volt would have heavier contacts if there was a difference which there probably isn’t.

 

Thanks to all.

 

Bought an NOS switch.

 

Good move!

 

The switches do not care if they are 6 or 12 volts, this is from the "Sticky" read this ! https://watsons-streetworks.com/a-current-topic/ Installing relays to take the load off your electrical system is key, I used the 60-70 volt relay on the ACC terminal and adding relays to the headlights made them much brighter, I also used relays on the electric fuel pump and electric fan circuits.

 

Real NOS Fomoco https://www.ebay.com/itm/404863368158? When I did my re-wire and added the relays, I used a Duralast switch from Autozone, notice the years these interchange, the Ebay unit has the matching key and tumbler.

 

how do you remove the lock cylinder from the switch

 

Late to the party as always but C&G offers a replacement ignition switch cylinder & with original style key. HRP



C&G

 

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Ty, I have the switch, just need to know how to change the lock cylinder

 

I figured it out.. thanks all

 

Watch this Video

 

Found a lock cylinder with key at O’Rilley’s Auto Parts for $9.95. Good quality and overnight delivery. Now back together and running. Car ships to Washington State next week. Gave all 3 of my street rods to my kids. This is the last one. A pleasure to see them enjoy the cars before I go and to know that they will remain part of the “family.”

 

Thank you