Ignition switch

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acdatsun
Posts: 6
Joined: Wed Dec 31, 1969 5:00 pm

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looking for an ignition switch for a 72 Pl 521

Starter just clicks when trying to start, sometimes it starts.

Have changed started twiced but still have the same problem

I don't know if theres a relay some were on the wires.

I'm not ready to give up and put in a universal switch from 

the local parts store.

Anybody encounter same problem, or have a solution, or have a

good switch for sale, let me know

thanks  


netfreak
Posts: 23
Joined: Wed Dec 31, 1969 5:00 pm

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Have you tried replacing the battery? Had a similar problem on a buddy's chevy truck. Figured it might be the starter but it turned out being the battery.

acdatsun
Posts: 6
Joined: Wed Dec 31, 1969 5:00 pm

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Hey,  thanks for the info.

New battery was installed before the started.

thanks again.

Pac. coast Datsun
Posts: 286
Joined: Wed Dec 31, 1969 5:00 pm

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Ive been there too on my 74 620. Use a test light to see if theres power going to the existing ig. switch. Make sure the power wire going to the starter is snug. Those replacement switches are only $10 so why not hook it up just to see if that fixes the problem ?

acdatsun
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Joined: Wed Dec 31, 1969 5:00 pm

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sounds good, I'll give it a try

thanks


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