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Old 06-27-2011, 06:41 PM
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Lose ignition switch

The ignition switch has come lose on this '56 Ford F100. If I hold the mount I can start the truck, but otherwise the key will turn the switch. Ive looked for a screw or way to tighten it back up but do not see anything obvious. Anyone know the trick to it?

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Old 06-27-2011, 06:59 PM
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What year? Is it OEM style of switch?
 
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1956 Ford F100, its stock.
 
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Old 06-27-2011, 08:47 PM
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If the 56 is like the 55 which I think it is there is a spring that goes against the dash from the back side which keep pressure on the chrome bezel on the outside to keep from falling off; there is also a cup that fits over the ignition switch. Check Midfifty's catalog for a picture of both items.
 




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