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Old 02-13-2024, 08:57 AM   #5
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Re: Starter/ignition issue

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Originally Posted by pontiacvince View Post
After replacing the starter/solenoid and still doing the same thing, I pulled the switch (new) from the dash, checked all wiring, etc. All good. Then I took the bakelite off the back of the switch and you could see carbon build up between two of the contacts. I was told that the aftermarket switches have a problem because they are too close together and eventually arc across. I cleaned all the carbon buildup out and used a small file to widen the gap. Cleaned it again, and then filled the gap with some super glue. Works perfectly!!!
Great work! Any chance you took some photos? I'd like to add them to the ignition switch thread I started.
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