M1008 Ignition switch

[MasterSweeper]

Thinking about replacing the ignition switch on my M1008 just for good measure, it is kind of old. Are they the same as a K30 civilian pickup??? or is there something special about it??? Thanks Jim.

 

[doghead]

Same

 

[goldneagle]

It's standard. Had mine replaced do to missing key. (was not original military key pattern when recovered)

 

[cucvrus]

You can replace the lock cylinder. But you must replace the entire switch on the top of the column to get the reverse accessory position.

 

[MasterSweeper]

Just to clarify, I call it a ignition switch some people call it a starter switch. Its mounted on the side of the column and their is a metal rod that pushes it when you turn the key. Thanks...

 

[MarcusOReallyus]

Just to clarify, I call it a ignition switch some people call it a starter switch. Its mounted on the side of the column and their is a metal rod that pushes it when you turn the key. Thanks...

Just to clarify, you use the correct term, and other people don't.

 

[doghead]

When in doubt, whip it out(the Parts Technical Manual that is)... It says it is called a, SWITCH,LOCK,IGNITION GM part number 7843294

Proper terminology and part numbers(and pictures) is very helpful when looking for parts or information.

 

[the skull]

You can replace the lock cylinder. But you must replace the entire switch on the top of the column to get the reverse accessory position.

Really??? They don't have an acc position??? I never tried to find it
but I never thought of it not having one. Kind of like the turn signals always
work, key in the truck or in your pocket. Are there other little secrets we need to
know???? Like don't feed them after midnight?

Guess a truck with no accessories doesn't need an accessory
position on the key switch.

 

[MarcusOReallyus]

Are there other little secrets we need to
know???? Like don't feed them after midnight?

Oh no!!!!


You didn't know about that?!?!?

NO! NEVER FEED THEM AFTER MIDNIGHT!


They.... they..... they turn into........



Chrysler products!

 

[dependable]

Thinking about replacing the ignition switch on my M1008 just for good measure, it is kind of old. Are they the same as a K30 civilian pickup??? or is there something special about it??? Thanks Jim.

So you are going to replace a functioning, original, USA made switch that is OK? If it is on a CUCV, it may be low use. Lube the sliding parts up with white lithium greese or something. My opinion anyway. What ever you can get to replace it will not be as good unless you can find an NOS part.

 

[Jeepsinker]

Yeah, you would end up with Chinese crap. Just change the lock cylinder if the assembly has slop in it. That should solve the issue.

 

[the skull]

Warning accepted. I will be certain not to make THAT mistake.
But an M880 in the barnyard would not offend me at all. Those
old critters are pretty tough.

 

[AECS]

I learned a new secret today. Emergency flasher lights up solid when the brake is on...

 

[doghead]

That's pretty much a standard on all vehicles.

We're getting way off topic here.

 

[MarcusOReallyus]

Back on the subject of lock cylinders.....


Is the ignition lock cylinder interchangeable with the door lock cylinders? I prefer to have one key for both.

Heh. Nevermind. Just found what I'm looking for. Once I added, "keyed alike" to my search, bingo.

http://www.ecklerstrucks.com/truck-...or-with-replacement-style-keys-1979-1986.html

For some reason, that common phrase was just not coming to mind....

 

[doghead]

no

 

[Jeepsinker]

You have a bad ground backfeeding causing the light problem. Check all your chassis and body grounds. Clean them.

 

[Recovry4x4]

I have access to NOS GM ignition lock cylinders for the CUCV. These even have the GM key with the 73Y2 punchout still in place. Sadly, they are not cheap.

 

[MasterSweeper]

So you are going to replace a functioning, original, USA made switch that is OK? If it is on a CUCV, it may be low use. Lube the sliding parts up with white lithium greese or something. My opinion anyway. What ever you can get to replace it will not be as good unless you can find an NOS part.

Well i had one go bad on a gas 454 K20 i use to own, I did not have any tools on me and it stuck in the start position. Lets say it did a number on the starter until I was able to disconnect the battery. AC Delco has a listing for new ones, so yeah i am thinking about replacing it.

 

[dependable]

I'm sure it has happened. Have never seen it myself in the dozens of chevys I've owned and worked on. Usually if they jam, it is the rod that goes from lock core to switch has been bent or jammed by someone trying to fix something else on steering column.