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Old Aug 3, 2022 | 01:18 PM
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Found this the other day cleaning out a box of parts. Maybe military issue WL ignition switch? No key insert, just a push button on the side. In nice shape and appears to function like it should. Any idea what this came off?





 
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Old Aug 3, 2022 | 08:37 PM
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Old Aug 4, 2022 | 06:06 AM
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I have never seen one that does not flip up for a key, but I guess it makes sense for military purposes.

The **** has something to do with turning on the black out lights.

Nice piece.
 
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Old Aug 4, 2022 | 09:25 AM
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Originally Posted by mr.precision
Found this the other day cleaning out a box of parts. Maybe military issue WL ignition switch? No key insert, just a push button on the side. In nice shape and appears to function like it should. Any idea what this came off?




I had the same Switch on my WLC 1943.
I've almost finished the restauration and I had some problems finding out the correct wiring-diagram. Seems it all works now.
The army models did not have key's, I think. Very unpracticle.
More info:
https://forum.sscycle.com/viewtopic....2410&start=400
 
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Old Aug 4, 2022 | 11:43 AM
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They are on the Bay, with and without key switch, hmmmm learn something new every day:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/17527034413...wAAOSwqRRidInQ

https://www.ebay.com/itm/38473510310...AAAOSwGoBiCrva
 
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Old Aug 4, 2022 | 01:22 PM
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Thanks for the responses. The one on ebay has the same markings on the top.... maybe a production code during WW2.
If anyone is looking for one, send me a PM.
 
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Old Aug 23, 2022 | 04:16 AM
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Hi, Interested in the ign switch if its still available ?
 
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Old Dec 21, 2022 | 04:24 PM
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I believe the originals had the key. GI’s would lose the key/s, so they ended up making the switch without keys.
 
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