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msinabottle
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 Posted: Thu May 12, 2011 12:51 pm Post subject: Non-standard, Heavy Duty Ignition Switches? |
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I DO NOT WORK FOR WAYTEK!
But I got this link--apparently they're selling heavy-duty ignition switches. Has anyone adapted them for a Vanagon? While the stock one is easy to replace, how about one we DON'T need to replace every three or so years?
http://tinyurl.com/6jut2fy
Thoughts?
Here's the text:
Waytek Adds More Ignition Switches
Heavy Duty Three Three Position Two Position Four Position
Position Ignition Switch Ignition Switch Ignition Switch Ignition Switch
Stock No. Stock No. Stock No. Stock No.
44176 44177 44175 an 44178 44179
Marine Ignition Switches
• Durable PVC key boot for increased weather-resistance
• Corrosion-resistant nickel silver screw terminals have high electrical conductivity
• Screw terminals give more reliable connection that is less likely to loosen due to vibration
• 6-36V DC; 15A Ign, 20A Start
Stock No. 44184
Marine Ignition Switch
Off-Run-Start
Stock No. 44185
Marine Ignition Switch
Off-Run-Start with push to choke
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photogdave
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sub-hatchtim
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| Posted: Thu May 12, 2011 1:04 pm Post subject: |
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you should do that with all vw ign weight kills them
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r39o
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| Posted: Thu May 12, 2011 1:58 pm Post subject: |
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| sub-hatchtim wrote: |
| you should do that with all vw ign weight kills them |
Word
I have only the ignition key and house key on my VW keys. Working fine for decades.....
FYI: *IF* you put some other switch then you still have to unlock the steering column, unless you defeat the lock pin.
All a bunch nonsense for not keeping a light set of keys.
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ALIKA T3
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vanjoe
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| Posted: Thu May 12, 2011 9:41 pm Post subject: |
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There really isn't a need for an aftermarket ignition switch. Here is the solution. I ordered one and already installed it. It takes 10 minutes top.
http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=1066289
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Volksaholic
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| Posted: Fri May 13, 2011 5:41 am Post subject: |
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I assume this heavy duty solution is to solve the electrical failure, not the mechanical failure from having too many keys dangling... is that right? If that's the case, I'm with Vanjoe... why come up with a more expensive, complicated, and potentially butt-ugly solution to a problem that can be resolved by letting a relay take the electrical load? I think a lot of folks are more likely to create more problems just trying to get the electrical right than what they would solve by having the heavy duty contacts.
If the problem is too many keys, just keep a helium filled mylar frog balloon tied to the keys to help counteract the weight. Pretty simple, effective, and inexpensive solution, unless you don't like frogs. 
Paul
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dhaavers
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| Posted: Fri May 13, 2011 8:14 pm Post subject: |
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^^^ 
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IdahoDoug
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| Posted: Fri May 13, 2011 8:48 pm Post subject: |
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Except that some states - including Nevada - are initiating mylar frog testing and helium will violate the particulate standard. So you could be in for a fine as this was not original VW equipment*
*Just joking here - not intended to single anyone out.
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