Bad Ignition Switch??

[BP1]

A reoccurring problem started a couple days ago. When I turned the ignition key to start the car, sometimes nothing happens (car does not start). And then on the 5-10 turn the car starts. Pretty random. Is this the sign of a bad ignition switch or something else? Thanks....BOB

 

[HB Chris]

The plastic ignition switch which attaches to the tumbler itself. Very common.

 

[Mot27cars]

IGNITION SWITCH E3/E9

Switch is out of 73 Bavaria however has indication of being for e9 fitment as well. See pics. $65.00 plus shipping.

e9coupe.com

 

[BP1]

Does anyone know the color of the two wires on the ignition switch harness you would attach a starter switch to on a '74 to bypass the ignition switch?

 

[adawil2002]

May need to push the key in as it is turned.

W-N has locksets with two pairs of keys. Did this when my ignition switch gave out.

 

[HB Chris]

Does anyone know the color of the two wires on the ignition switch harness you would attach a starter switch to on a '74 to bypass the ignition switch?

It should be red to black as black goes to the starter and red is always hot, green gets power from the switch itself. Have Jim at Mesa get you a new switch. Give me a call.

 

[Honolulu]

Check and clean: battery connections; connections to the solenoid; the main grounds. It ain't all about the switch, though that could be your problem.

 

[HB Chris]

Classic switch symptoms though, just went through this with my e12. Worse when it was colder for some reason.