andyhall Posted April 26, 2011 Report Share Posted April 26, 2011 I can't seem to lock my ignition switch in place. Whenever I turn the key the whole thing moves, had it off, so to speak, it has a spring washer and a flat brass nut, lock it up tight as you like but no good. It's a new Lucas switch and although i have a few spare old ones the thead is different. Thought about locktite but didn't know if there any other ideas out there. Thanks Andy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dykins Posted April 26, 2011 Report Share Posted April 26, 2011 I'd be interested to see what solutions are suggested as my car has exactly the same idiosyncrasy ! Ever since I fitted a walnut dashboard - I've just assumed that the nut couldn't grip against the veneer. Regards Peter Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TR4Geoff Posted April 26, 2011 Report Share Posted April 26, 2011 Hi Andy, Its a long time since I replaced my ignition barrel, but speaking from memory, the barrel should have a 'flat' on one side, which mates with a 'flat'in the metal plate behind the fascia, which stops the barrel revolving.The lock nut just keeps it nicely in place, but probably won't stop it revolving if the'flat' isn't present in the metal plate. Geoff Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bob-menhennett Posted April 27, 2011 Report Share Posted April 27, 2011 Andy You need to beg, borrow or st_ _ _ a switch bezel tool, see Moss's website. I tried making a home made tool, without much success.But with the right tool for the job, as they say, it was a doddle.It allows you to get a good purchase on the bezel nut. I'd still just put masking tape on the surrounding trim, in case of mishap. Bob Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Smokey Posted April 27, 2011 Report Share Posted April 27, 2011 There is a good switch bezel tool regularly for sale on ebay. Works very well - much better than trying to use two screwdrivers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
andyhall Posted April 28, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2011 Thanks for the replies, job for the weekend then Andy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BrianC Posted April 28, 2011 Report Share Posted April 28, 2011 Try using a thick rubber washer, O-ring or grommet on the back. It absorbs vibration better than a spring washer and stays tight much longer, although you will still need to check and retighten occasionally. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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