Date:         Sun, 29 Oct 2006 20:49:01 -0800
Reply-To:     Old Volks Home <oldvolkshome@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Old Volks Home <oldvolkshome@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: My Ignition switch replacement experience
Comments: To: jon <jon@kenneke.com>
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You volks might also check this link when replacing that Vanagon Ignition
Switch:

http://carboncow.net/vanagon/projects/ignition_switch.htm
--
Jim Thompson
84 Westfalia 2.1 "Ole Putt"
73 K Ghia Coupe "Denise"
72 411 Station Wagon "Pug"
oldvolkshome@gmail.com
http://www.oldvolkshome.com
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On 10/29/06, jon <jon@kenneke.com> wrote:
>
> It was a pleasant job. It took about 45 minutes (not counting a trip to
> the FLAPS to get a 24mm socket).
>
> 1) Remove shaft "cowling"
> 2) Remove horn plastic assembly (just pulls off)
> 3) Remove 24mm bolt
> 4) Pull steering wheel off (no puller required)
> 5) Remove 3 screws around the stem assembly
> 6) Remove stem (wiper, turn signal switches) assembly
> 7) With pliers, remove the plastic collar around shaft
> 8) Remove all 3 (or is it 4) wire connectors
> 9) Remove hex nut holding switch/lock assembly
> 10) Remove switch/lock assembly (with key "on")
> 11) Remove switch assembly (there is a screw inside holding it to the
> lock)
> 12) Install new switch assembly
>
> And, as Bentley says: Reverse for installation.
>
> Geez, I had always thought pulling the steering wheel was a pain. It is
> not.
>
> Might I also add GoWesty is a fast shipper, and great. Van-cafe is also
> appreciated for their fast service and cookies. ;) I also occasionally
> purchase parts from CIP1 and autohausaz, which are also good. At this
> time, I won't mention the vendor that I have had repeated problems with.
>
> Jon
> '86 Westy in this case