Chrysler Ignition Switch and Keys 1955-1965 era

A look at the ignition switch and keys used on Chryslers in the 1955-1965 era.

[@smellytrucker]

Thank you. Just what I needed for my fury.

[@angelaracino6236]

Thank you very much Bob I just purchased a 1968 Dodge dart without ignition keys your video was very helpful now I know what to do to remove the pin I have a new Tumblr assembly with key to install thank you again and may God bless you

[@300rcm1]

Glad it helped

[@angelaracino6236]

Thank you Bob, your video was very helpful I just purchased a 1968 Dodge dart for $200 with a slant 6 225. The ignition switch key was missing I bought a new Tumblr for it and I needed to find out how to remove it thanks to you now I know how to drill out the pin thank you and have a great day and may God bless you and your family

[@300rcm1]

Glad it helped

[@roccobilly2973]

Bless you, buddy! Thanks to you I can finally replace that battered cylinder I have on my '58 Belvie.
I'd never imagined the trick of turning the key, All my blessings to you again.

[@300rcm1]

Glad to help

[@zacharybrayfield3102]

66 charger owner. Thank you, so simple.

[@jerrynorthrup1179]

This was very helpful because I had been trying to depress the pin to release the cylinder but didn’t know the key trick part! Thanks for sharing

[@williamgrissom9022]

Thanks. Very useful info. In reassembling parts in my 1965 Dart after a repaint, I found that the new lock set I bought only works for 1966-1969 (?) cars. The ignition and trunk locks are the same, but door locks have a much smaller keyed-hole. I located the original set of locks and keys, but the guts of the driver's door lock are missing. Removed that part about 10 years ago, so don't recall why (maybe that way when bought since much trim was off). Now trying to figure out if I can fit that lock housing with guts from a later lock.

[@flynncowboy]

Thanks for the info.. my 65 dodge came without keys and now working on replacement.

[@samhicks97]

Hello Bob, question: where do you find new ignition switches for the chrysler c bodies? all the ones i find are 6 terminal switches, vs the one on all stock chrysler c bodies are 5 terminal, Do you send out the switches you have for a rebuild? or the 6th terminal on the new switches can be used with no problem on the stock harness? Thanks.

[@300rcm1]

I find switches new or NOS on Ebay. They are common.

[@samhicks97]

@@300rcm1 much appreciated for the reply Bob.

[@shanew.williams]

I need to know which wires go to each terminal (Bat,ACC,ST,IGN 1,IGN 2) on the ignition switch you are holding at .50 seconds in the Vid. Thanks

[@grievoustheboss]

My release pin just felt out of the cylinder after I dropped by accident, now it doesn't want to go in properly, and is not spring loaded, is it broken ?

[@zacheryhaga6615]

Got a 63 New Yorker as you can see in my profile pic thanks for the help needed it

[@kevinw1554]

Hi Bob, what is the correct key set style for an F? I’m thinking maybe the aluminum Forward Look style?

[@300rcm1]

We have a page with the key styles. See www.chrysler300club.com/tech/keys/1.html

[@amurican35]

Just picked up a 55 IMP. No keys. Question, Do these cars go on one key ? I.e. Doors , ign, and trunk? Or is it two key, one for the doors and ign, and another just for the trunk?

[@300rcm1]

Two keys.

[@samhicks97]

Thanks for sharing, my 64' Dodge custom 880 has been having these random shutoffs/cutouts. And have determined that the IGN switch needs servicing/replacement.

[@denniscarroll7696]

With ignition switches without the key, I have used a Dremel tool to grind down the pin for removal of the cylinder lock, and replacing it with a new one. Eazy-peasy!

[@michaelbramhall2811]

Thanks Bob.

[@joehefner2296]

I need a complete 1959 coronet with ring ignition switch. Any for sale?

[@300rcm1]

Try Murray Park. [e-mail]

[@michelehutchison3739]

I have a 55 dodge coronet mostly complete but no keys. thanks for the help.

[@Rojo-mq2fv]

This was very helpful.

[@anthonypolizzi68]

Thank you, 1964 Barracuda will get a new switch now.

[@manuelmartinez-df7mf]

Thank you

[@300rcm1]

You're welcome

[@TheGman54321]

perfect!

[@lostjalopygarage8150]

thank you