Simple ignition switch recommendations

xjtony · Jul 20, 2016

I bought this samurai that has an aftermarket dash with a joes racing switch panel.

Typical master toggle switch and push button starter switch. I'm wanting to add a keyed ignition switch to it somewhere just so nobody hops in it and rolls out. I'm curious as to what ya'll recommend.

Jon Piper · Jul 20, 2016

Auto parts store universal switch. They cheap !

CHASMAN9 · Jul 20, 2016

Or search out Ron Francis wiring.

truckbroke · Jul 20, 2016

rednecklights said:
Auto parts store universal switch. They cheap !

^^^^^^ keep it simple..

sparepartsdave · Jul 20, 2016

boat ignition switch, tough, easy to install and holds up to weather. Dont get one for an outboard though, they use a differnt off circuit

sappmann · Jul 20, 2016

BWD-CS7K at carquest

BIG_Country · Jul 20, 2016

rednecklights said:
Auto parts store universal switch. They cheap !

I did this, put wired in key in front of on/off switch and it works fine

patooyee · Jul 20, 2016

I never used a key because I was always afraid that I would lose the key out at the top of some mountain and have a hard time getting home. I have had a second hidden ignition switch on my last two rigs. Nothing is going to keep someone who really wants it from getting it though.

DirtMonkey · Jul 20, 2016

patooyee said:
I never used a key because I was always afraid that I would lose the key out at the top of some mountain and have a hard time getting home. I have had a second hidden ignition switch on my last two rigs. Nothing is going to keep someone who really wants it from getting it though.

Agree. You have the right setup, forget the key. Just add a main disconnect switch somewhere out of the way. Or a simple, hidden inline switch to the coil.

Neal3000 · Jul 20, 2016

Remvable steering wheel ftw

patooyee · Jul 20, 2016

Neal3000 said:
Remvable steering wheel ftw

You can still use a locking pliers to get it onto a trailer, especially with full hydro. Or just carry a wheel with a hub on it. There's only 2 major hub connections that anyone uses that I'm aware of. Hex and splined, and the splines are all the same that I've seen.

But again, it's all just theft DETERRENCE. If someone really wants it, it's theirs.

Rokcrler · Jul 20, 2016

Re: Re: Simple ignition switch recommendations

Neal3000 said:
Remvable steering wheel ftw

That don't work too well...I drove ole whitey without mine when someone locked my wheel in the truck

matth_85 · Jul 20, 2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EY4IErl0hlY

Neal3000 · Jul 20, 2016

patooyee said:
You can still use a locking pliers to get it onto a trailer, especially with full hydro. Or just carry a wheel with a hub on it. There's only 2 major hub connections that anyone uses that I'm aware of. Hex and splined, and the splines are all the same that I've seen.

But again, it's all just theft DETERRENCE. If someone really wants it, it's theirs.

Exactly, i mean anyone with a brain could hotwire or bypass the keyed switch in a buggy in 5 mins

patooyee · Jul 20, 2016

Neal3000 said:
Exactly, i mean anyone with a brain could hotwire or bypass the keyed switch in a buggy in 5 mins

yup

Shortbus · Jul 20, 2016

A good switch like the BWD should be good for you. I'd still run a bypass to a hidden toggle, just for if you loose the key or the switch starts acting up on a ride. And install a hidden master disconnect to slow any thief.

gottagofast · Jul 20, 2016

High voltage toggle.... Switch coil wire to electrode in driver's seat... Then HOPE someone tries to steal it!

xjtony · Jul 20, 2016

Thanks for the info, i'll look into the BWD switch. I know its not hard to hot wire something, i'm just trying to keep an honest man honest. Its too easy to just push the starter button and drive off.