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jmpnflea00
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 Posted: Mon Apr 23, 2018 9:47 pm Post subject: Key Return Spring Tension failure on my 70 Bay window Double cab |
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I have a 1970 Bay Window Double cab with a non locking steering column.
The other day the spring tension from my ignition switch that returns the Key to the normal/center position after the motor starts has failed. I have to manually turn the key to the normal center position after the motor starts to stop the starter from cranking. Kind of sketchy and dangerous to say the least! I have researched that there is the electrical side of the switch and the key side (tumbler)of the switch/assembly. I know the vast availability of knowledge in our community is so valuable and I really appreciate any information I can acquire. What side provides that return spring tension that I need? Which switch do I need to purchase/Replace? A BIG Aloha and Mahalo to all of the Samba Community!  |
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skills@eurocarsplus
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Location: sticksville, ct.
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| Posted: Tue Apr 24, 2018 4:46 am Post subject: Re: Key Return Spring Tension failure on my 70 Bay window Double cab |
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Both the cylinder and switch have a spring. You may get lucky and just need a switch. 70 is a 1 year only lock cylinder....and you should have a steering lock. Best to remove it and post photos as it could have the wrong parts in it. There is also a 70 only switch as well
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sixty9fasty
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Joined: April 12, 2004
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Location: crockett, ca
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| Posted: Tue Apr 24, 2018 5:14 am Post subject: Re: Key Return Spring Tension failure on my 70 Bay window Double cab |
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| Mine did the same, replaced the electrical part and it was all good. And yes, it's a '70, mid year, has locking column. |
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NoBudgetVWGarage
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Location: Quartz Hill,CA
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| Posted: Tue Apr 24, 2018 9:34 am Post subject: Re: Key Return Spring Tension failure on my 70 Bay window Double cab |
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I had to dis assemble my steering lock due to it intermittently locking on me, and now does the same thing. I noticed the electrical portion cracked and assumed that was my problem. I haven't gotten around to changing it yet.
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jmpnflea00
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Location: Hawaii
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| Posted: Tue Apr 24, 2018 12:28 pm Post subject: Re: Key Return Spring Tension failure on my 70 Bay window Double cab |
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| Thank you for all your replies and information. Ok apparently the previous owner converted the locking function to non locking. I will be taking the assembly apart to see how it’s been converted. I’ve seen replacement electrical side switches for years 68-70 with 4 conductors. What would make the 70 switch a one year only part? Would I be able to use this 69-70 replacement switch along with a replacement key side tumbler to make it work? I think this is what was done by the previous owner because the ignition key is a non vw version. Thanks |
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sixty9fasty
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Location: crockett, ca
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| Posted: Wed Apr 25, 2018 6:59 am Post subject: Re: Key Return Spring Tension failure on my 70 Bay window Double cab |
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| jmpnflea00 wrote: |
| Thank you for all your replies and information. Ok apparently the previous owner converted the locking function to non locking. I will be taking the assembly apart to see how it’s been converted. I’ve seen replacement electrical side switches for years 68-70 with 4 conductors. What would make the 70 switch a one year only part? Would I be able to use this 69-70 replacement switch along with a replacement key side tumbler to make it work? I think this is what was done by the previous owner because the ignition key is a non vw version. Thanks |
I believe its the lock cylinder, not the electrical switch that is one year only. The L profile can be rough to find. |
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