Nukemzzz Posted July 27, 2020 Report Posted July 27, 2020 The stock nut is a thin stamped part and, if I use it, it will destroy the paint in the area. What you see here now is the plastic beauty nut which I don't trust. Hoping I can order a good looking metal version somewhere. 66' E Model by the way. Quote
smwash02 Posted July 27, 2020 Report Posted July 27, 2020 I can't help you with the size of the nut, but would make a suggestion of buying a plastic washer to put under it. 1 Quote
Nukemzzz Posted July 27, 2020 Author Report Posted July 27, 2020 On 7/27/2020 at 3:16 PM, smwash02 said: I can't help you with the size of the nut, but would make a suggestion of buying a plastic washer to put under it. Expand The other issue is if I put the stock nut on the beauty nut doesn’t work anymore and the stock nut is ugly... lol This is because the new panel is thicker than the old. Quote
RLCarter Posted July 27, 2020 Report Posted July 27, 2020 Not sure if the size but it’s pretty standard for ignition switches both older aviation and automotive, I went to Napa Auto and got a cheap switch just for the nut, I think it was for an old ford truck 1 Quote
Dream to fly Posted July 27, 2020 Report Posted July 27, 2020 I'll probably get crucified for this but the ignition switch stem is universal size. You can go to a Napa or local auto supply store that has a HELP section and you can get an aluminum bezel that fit the stem. They come in black and chrome or you can get a Doorman solutions nut that is a chrome plated and is a nut. 2 Quote
carusoam Posted July 27, 2020 Report Posted July 27, 2020 OK, now that the logic and good ideas have come out... Lets go expensive, and off the wall.... If going electronic mag in the future... Consider the mag switches that go with that... This thing... https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/elpages/ea-ignswchpanel.php?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIgtnGja7u6gIVmo3ICh06oAW_EAQYASABEgJDMfD_BwE It helps with the electronic delay that occurs with the standard switch... PP thoughts only, not a mechanic... Best regards, -a- Quote
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