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Old Apr 20, 2021 | 08:58 AM
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83 Low Rider. I have replaced the OEM 71425-77T ignition switch with the replacement you get that is probably made overseas and are not holding up. Vibration is probably killing the switch. Anybody out there that has had good luck with an after market switch. Usually I lose the side that switches the headlamp and taillight.
 
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Old Apr 20, 2021 | 09:35 AM
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Herez an OEM key

https://www.ebay.com/itm/ORIG-HARLEY...QAAOSwdo5fmyDP

Herz one by Dixie/Superior (they were made in Japan & actually their parts were good quality, we just didn't want to admit it)

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Superior-Di...sAAOSwaB5Xs2k4
 
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Old Apr 20, 2021 | 10:50 AM
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Thanks, I just ordered the "superior dixie ig swiitch, made in Japan from Ebay. It was minimal costs and worth a try.
 
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Old Apr 20, 2021 | 11:13 AM
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I relocated my ignition switch to the horn bolt, And a push button on the dash with a relay underneath for the load. I never used ACC so it’s On or it’s Off
 
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