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Ignition Switch, Coil & Key 444-544

posted by  tscarola on  Thu Jul 5 02:20 CST 2007
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My original ignition switch/coil for my '58 444 was shot because someone (dad?) had cut into the shielded cable between the switch and the coil - probably because the coil was bad. After searching around, I was able to find another 6V coil from a 210 (I believe). Only difference being that the mounting bracket on the switch itself is attached at a different location - a little closer forward towards the keyhole opening. I was able to remove the old bracket (which was spot welded on) and I will be getting the original bracket spot welded back to the proper position - hopefully this week.

My only problem now is that I'm short a tumbler and key. I've been keeping my eye out for one on eBay but no luck. I'm also currently bidding on one on Tradera.com, however, I doubt I'll win the auction and I need a backup plan. I've also checked with my normal parts suppliers with no luck.

Any ideas where I might be able to obtain a tumbler and key for my ignition switch?

Thanks in advance,
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Tony Scarola
1958 Volvo PV444 (44408)
http://www.scarolas.com/58VolvoPV444/








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    Ignition Switch, Coil & Key 444-544

    posted by  tscarola on  Fri Jul 6 10:51 CST 2007
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    Well, I picked up the re-welded coil/switch today. (I had the bracket removed from the 210/445 switch and had my 444 switch bracket welded back on to the same exact spot.) It looks awesome and seems to fit perfectly. I've stripped and re-painted the coil too, as well as cleaned up the rubber coil firewall gasket. Steve has agreed to sell me a tumbler/key (thanks Steve!) and once I get that I'll be able to test everything out. :) Thanks all for the help with this one!
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    Tony Scarola
    1958 Volvo PV444 (44408)
    http://www.scarolas.com/58VolvoPV444/








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    Ignition Switch, Coil & Key 444-544

    posted by  someone claiming to be Me on  Thu Jul 5 03:22 CST 2007 [RELATED]

    Tony,

    Sounds a little wrong - ther shouldn't be any differences between years of coils and the mounting bracket.
    Have you dubble checked? Sorry to ask, but the coil can be for a 1800 (yes, I know it's not 6V - but they look the same at the coil and the triangular base-plate) - is the coil you have really 6V?
    (the 1800 coil shielded cable is quite some inches longer than the PV/Duetts - does the one you have seem to have 'correct' length?)

    I'm not sure you have done a complete search for ign.lock/tumbler...








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      Ignition Switch, Coil & Key 444-544

      posted by  tscarola on  Thu Jul 5 06:08 CST 2007
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      Me,

      Yes, unfortunately the switch mounting bracket (not the coil mounting bracket) is located in a different spot to account for differences in the dash design and key hole opening I suppose. You are correct, however, in that most of the 6V coils I have seen, do mount the same with the three-hole pattern.

      If you have a source for an ignition lock/tumbler with key, please let me know.

      Thanks!
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      Tony Scarola
      1958 Volvo PV444 (44408)
      http://www.scarolas.com/58VolvoPV444/








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        Ignition Switch, Coil & Key 444-544

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        posted by  CVOLVO on  Thu Jul 5 22:52 CST 2007
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        Hi Tony: I do have a few spare tumblers, including an NOS, with many key blanks as well - the black coated guitar style. If Steve's is not suitable, tell me or have me look for one at VROM! These are universal for the Bosch coils from 1954 into the mid-60s. The dash mounting bracket may change slightly, but all you need to do is drill new holes in the dash lip below the switch. Removing a tumbler is a bit of a pain and as most know requires a key in the accessory position to be able to depress the spring loaded brass retainer.
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        Cam a.k.a. CVOLVO.COM







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