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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 10:47 AM
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That's just the Tumber & Key.

You need the different switch as it is listed on rockauto.

EDIT: Okay, I just looked it up on Motorcraft and it shows that number as the Key & Tumbler also.


On here it shows it as a switch.
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/x,ca...,parttype,4516

You need this one.

DELCO Part # F1469

STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Part # US122
{IGNITION SWITCH}

I have to go find my Ford switch application book
 

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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 10:56 AM
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My dash doesn't have the notch for the keyway, though...
 
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 11:00 AM
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If it matters and requires it ..you can use a file to make it
 
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 11:08 AM
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I would have no problem making it, I just don't understand how this "correct" switch would require modification to make work.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 11:17 AM
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I don't know why there isnt a notch

I *believe but not positive* my 78 built before CA0001 does have a notch and it is an un-touched original.

I can't just go out and remove mine to find out.

It just made sense to have a notch to keep it from turning while the bezel was tightened.

I do however have a Brand New complete switch w/tumber & keys in a box in my garage if I could find it.
 

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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 11:38 AM
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I will check my VIN when I get home. Thanks for all your help so far.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 11:59 AM
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EDIT:Some Content removed

My switch may NOT be the 77 switch as it has a D8TB number.


Here is a pic of the switch that shows the nub that goes into the little slot of the switch hole.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...125309&width=0


Have a look at the back view of your switch and match it to this one.

http://www.rockauto.com/ref/SMP/SMPD...html?US122.jpg
 

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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 01:06 PM
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Now from looking at the pic, if the keyway goes into the notch in the dash, wouldn't the entire threaded portion protrude from the dash? Shouldn't the end of the switch be flush with the dash?
 
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 01:27 PM
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1) Nope !


2) Yep !

I just read the instructions for the 76-79 truck in the chiltons book and it describes something totally different.

as in Bayonet type mount to the dash with a 1/8th turn.

A spring slides over the threaded area with tabs on the housing to lock it into place and then for the bezel to screw on to it on the dash.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 01:39 PM
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Well that adds a new dimension of confusion!
 
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 02:12 PM
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Let me see the back of that switch please

I have found another Motorcraft number.

SW-944.

It can be seen on the motorcraft site
 

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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 02:18 PM
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Will post pic of back of switch and VIN tonight when I get home.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 02:55 PM
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The problem is that behind the ignition switch there is a bracket. It has a hole for the switch to slide through with a little notch in the bottum for the ignition switch. the notch is in the bracket not the dash. look directly under and to the left a little bit of the hole in the dash for your ignition switch there should be a screw hole. the brackt screws in there and sits in the back of the dash. your ignition switch goes through the bracket, dash, then the outer screw sleeve.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 03:02 PM
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Thanks Hick & Welcome to the site.

It has been ages since I have been around a truck with the switch out.
That's exactly the info we were looking for and the fact that you registered to FTE to "point that out" is great
 
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Old Aug 14, 2006 | 03:04 PM
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i just finished putting the dash back in my 74 f150 so i kinda know this area, but ya thanks
 
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