The ignition switch does work fine on its own, the key just won't stay in it.

my concern was the wheel locking up on me while driving

Chris,

I have looked all over for the key barrel to plug into the ignition switch and no luck.

I think for the time being I am just going to rewire the ignition switch to fit a keyed barrel that I have.

thanks

Do you have to have the anti-theft lock on the steering column as part of the ignition. can I just take it off and have the ignition placed some where else, like the lower part of the dash. I know there is a black wire that connects to the back of it, but would it be ok to just disconnect. The reaso...

Thanks, I will do that.

Hi All,

I have to put a new ignition switch in an 83 RX7. Is it true I basically have to bust open the metal housing? can I reroute some way.

By the way I know nothing about mechanics and just want to learn how to fix my own car.

Thanks for any feedback,