About the tailgate key switch part number
Mountain Pass
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From: Berryville AR
From everything I have read the switch hasn't been available new for several years. Junk yard is your best bet, or online somewhere. IIRC all full-size Broncos use the same switch so year doesn't matter.
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thans for the get-back..
Thanks for the input. I was hoping for a part number so as to facilitate a NOS search for any old stock if still available. If in fact there is no old stock We can proceed of course with the usual options...salvaging from a few sources..
I have searched for options for a switch on many sites and I'm surprised that a solution for replacing the paddle switch with a new or aftermarket one doesn't exist,..yet anyway.
Maybe this has to do with most guys eliminating the tailgate altogether for off-roading?..or maybe a soft-top option?..not sure..maybe these vehicles are just too new.
Anyway..the search continues...I just don't relish the thought of searching for another 25-30 year old switch that may need work as well...after taking it out of another mud-abused 4x4 relic...
there has to be a better way...
I have searched for options for a switch on many sites and I'm surprised that a solution for replacing the paddle switch with a new or aftermarket one doesn't exist,..yet anyway.
Maybe this has to do with most guys eliminating the tailgate altogether for off-roading?..or maybe a soft-top option?..not sure..maybe these vehicles are just too new.
Anyway..the search continues...I just don't relish the thought of searching for another 25-30 year old switch that may need work as well...after taking it out of another mud-abused 4x4 relic...
there has to be a better way...
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From: Gateway to the West
There is no key switch in the tailgate. The mechanism is a regular lock cylinder with a paddle attached to the tumbler. When you rotate the key, the paddle depresses one of two button switches mounted in the assembly. One sends voltage one direction to run the window down. When the key is turned the other way, the other button is depressed and the polarity is reversed to run the window up.
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There is no key switch in the tailgate. The mechanism is a regular lock cylinder with a paddle attached to the tumbler. When you rotate the key, the paddle depresses one of two button switches mounted in the assembly. One sends voltage one direction to run the window down. When the key is turned the other way, the other button is depressed and the polarity is reversed to run the window up.
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if you want a Ford part number you might PM "numberdummy" he might be able to help you out. He is a great resource for Ford part numbers.
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I see he hasn't been here since 12/4...maybe he is traveling or something. Just so I am clear, are you looking for the key cylinder or the internal parts to engage the up & down for the window using the key from the tailgate?
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Here is a link for a good site with lots of info...Its like the bronco bible for me haha!! You might try to search for your answer here...?
Ford Bronco And F-150 Links - PARTS SOURCES - Including FREE BRONCO SPECIFIC PARTS CATALOGS!
Another site for ya with lots of pics and tech info for the tailgate.
http://www.supermotors.net/registry/2742/12689
Ford Bronco And F-150 Links - PARTS SOURCES - Including FREE BRONCO SPECIFIC PARTS CATALOGS!
Another site for ya with lots of pics and tech info for the tailgate.
http://www.supermotors.net/registry/2742/12689
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I would think this would be a sticky (replacement parts for this rear access..maybe I'm the only one who has ever wanted to find one?..I can't think so)...
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about the links
Here is a link for a good site with lots of info...Its like the bronco bible for me haha!! You might try to search for your answer here...?
Ford Bronco And F-150 Links - PARTS SOURCES - Including FREE BRONCO SPECIFIC PARTS CATALOGS!
Another site for ya with lots of pics and tech info for the tailgate.
1983 Ford Bronco Tailgate Tech pictures, videos, and sounds | SuperMotors.net
Ford Bronco And F-150 Links - PARTS SOURCES - Including FREE BRONCO SPECIFIC PARTS CATALOGS!
Another site for ya with lots of pics and tech info for the tailgate.
1983 Ford Bronco Tailgate Tech pictures, videos, and sounds | SuperMotors.net
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From: Island Southeast Alaska
I need the same switch in the gate. ND bill found me the one in the dash locally. But I have yet to ask him about the gate switch.
ND Bill (Numberdummy) is on vacation. He won't be back till around the 20th guy's.
ND Bill (Numberdummy) is on vacation. He won't be back till around the 20th guy's.