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| | | | Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 299 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 299 | I'm changing over to 12 volt with gen/reg and a small block.How do I start it with out a foot starter? Do I need a new switch,what kind? I'm lost on this point too. Lothar  | | | | | Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 5,708 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 5,708 | KillerKnight,
Yes, you need a different ignition switch. Your new switch has to have a START/RUN/OFF/ACC combination.
This is the same configuration in all of today's vehicles. I think the trick will be finding one that adapts well into the dash of your old truck.
Many folks have done this so I will bet some leads will be forthcoming.
Stuart | | | | | Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 262 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 262 | I did the same conversion in my '53 that I had. You can get a universal key start switch at any auto parts store. Seems they're only 10 or 15 bucks. It will fit in the dash where your original switch is, but not perfectly. You have to tighten the nut down real good to keep it from slopping around.
My truck: She may not be the prettiest girl at the dance, but she's all mine!
| | | | | Joined: May 2003 Posts: 328 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: May 2003 Posts: 328 | I haven't done it yet, but I plan to use the factory ignition switch and place a momentary switch on the floor so that I still have a floor starter.
Never hold your farts in. They travel up your spine and into your brain...that is where crappy ideas come from.
| | | | | Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,832 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,832 | You can use the original switch and a push button starter switch like the 49 and 50 chevy cars had but the aftermarket switch with the "ACC" post can be very handy if you ever go to an alternater or modern accessories. I know someone will chime in on one wire alternaters but they suck; much better to excite with a lamp or wire from the accessory post. I really like Phil's 53 GMC idea. If you could rig up a pivot (the original uses the 6 bellhousing) and incorporate the old foot button that would be double cool.
Evan
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