Hi Guys,
As an FYI, conversion of the U.S. Milspec 718's lever ignition switch to a standard ignition switch with key is about an 8 minute job with readily available parts. Both the switch itself and the locking cylinder are in common with the G-wagen. Parts run about $200-250 stateside. I have a couple extra sets if needed.
0014620230 - Switch/Lock
7161475902 - Cylinder with 2 Keys
For anyone with an existing keyed ignition that would be interested in the lever action (non-removable) ignition drop me a line as I have a few extra takeouts from the trucks we are converting.
Cheers,
Scott Ingham
U.S. 718 Ignition Switch Replacement
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Vallejo, California
www.expedition-imports.com
"You didn't buy a Chevy..." "Hows that Amazon tech support working out...."
Re: U.S. 718 Ignition Switch Replacement
other Merc ones fit....... cant remember the model but I have had to make heaps of keys for ignitions without them and I use those bits at the locksmith
just mentioning as G Wagen parts always attract a premium
just mentioning as G Wagen parts always attract a premium
Regards
Mike
(Project Gimpy 2)
Mike
(Project Gimpy 2)
Re: U.S. 718 Ignition Switch Replacement
Did you ever find out what model?fesm_ndt wrote:other Merc ones fit....... cant remember the model but I have had to make heaps of keys for ignitions without them and I use those bits at the locksmith
just mentioning as G Wagen parts always attract a premium
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Re: U.S. 718 Ignition Switch Replacement
W124 but need a diesel one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/mercedes-w124 ... _114wt_961
good thing is you can get full metal keys instead of the flimsy plastic topped ones
which bit is broke on yours as sometimes its just the lower bit that screws off?
good thing is you can get full metal keys instead of the flimsy plastic topped ones
which bit is broke on yours as sometimes its just the lower bit that screws off?
Regards
Mike
(Project Gimpy 2)
Mike
(Project Gimpy 2)