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    My ignition switch disintegrated and the electrical components fell apart (with age I guess). So I wired up another ignition switch and a start engine flick switch. However, I still have the old ignition switch & still need to use the old key in it to cancel the steering lock. This is a bit of pita, so as I am planning to replace the dash anyway - I'm looking at as many benefits as I can in doing the major job. I found this:
    Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Wood & Pickett BHM7107 at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products!

    and I wonder whether it would fit the same as the current, fitted old marina one..?
    It's an obscure item but I wonder whether any of you have recently changed one and might recollect if this looks similar?

    The way the old switch is fitted - it can only be removed with the dash off to get at the mounting bolts, so I won't really know until the dash is completely out. I have discovered that although the fitted dash is vinyl covered mdf board, it is mounted on a fiberglass frame behind it. Until I 'go all the way' and remove everything, I won't be able to even design the new wooden dash...

    18mths ago when I first began to restore the car, I found that the wiper stalk switch was really in the way of the ignition switch and every time I'd try to turn the key, I would be bumping the wipers switch on. Has anyone encountered that and if so - how did you workaround it?
    ta very much

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    Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

    Dispense with the steering lock & either have a dash-mounted key switch or mount the original Marina column switch (or any comparable 70's BL ignition switch, e.g. Mini, Metro, Land Rover etc) underneath the horizontal dash bracket, well out of the way of stalks, switches or gear lever. Usually takes the MOT inspector a good few minutes to find out where it is so is just as effective as a column lock really
    Marlin Roadster, LWB...1860 B Series + Ford Type 9
    Renault Espace 54mm front calipers, vented discs, cycle wings and adjustable tie-bars.

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    • #3
      Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

      I have never seen the inner gubbings of a steering lock / ignition key set up so am unsure how they work - but figure by principle, its worth keeping some kind of steering lock where possible. I'm now thinking that if the Mini one I found is compatible to fit in place of the old Marina one - in the same location, I could maybe fit the new wiper stalk ( http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2517591406...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT ) at a more upward angle - so as to make more room for the driver's hand when turning the ignition key..

      I currently have a small dash mounted ignition key switch but plan to dispense with it when I remodel the new look dash...

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      • #4
        Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

        On my roadster the steering column is upside down. The switch is not where it should be to work the lock. So either I turn the column over or make a new hole for the lock. One day when work gets out of the way of my life. I have a Roadster shaped tarp in my car port. I haven't looked at it since Christmas. Roll on retirement, again!

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        • #5
          Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

          Their were a variety of different ignition locks fitted to different model Marinas.
          Without knowing the specific donor vehicle it is difficult to match but a trawl of the Internet and breakers yards may what you need, but, going without a steering lock is not such a great security risk a straight forward on off key switch and a concealed starter push switch is just as good.
          If you want added security, a motion detecting alarm would be just as effective as long as you remember to turn it off when you get in the car!
          MOC member since 05/97
          1984 Marlin Roadster SWB.
          1800TC, Unleaded ported head, stage 2 cam. Ford Type 9 gearbox, Dolomite Sprint rear axle fitted with MGF disc brakes.
          Three core radiator, Renault Clio vented front discs.
          The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.

          Loads of Marlin Reference can be found documents here or there.

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          • #6
            Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

            Cheers Steve, My policy is 'The object is no expense' Where I can do it or make it myself I don't buy it. I also have a spare ignition switch so why buy another? I go back to the special days of the 60's . But thanks for your input.Dave

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            • #7
              Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

              Originally posted by HairyDave View Post
              Cheers Steve, My policy is 'The object is no expense' Where I can do it or make it myself I don't buy it. I also have a spare ignition switch so why buy another? I go back to the special days of the 60's . But thanks for your input.Dave
              My comment was in reply to the OP, Element. This in reply to you, hence the quote above.
              I am pleased that you have a spare ignition switch, but how does that help Element, unless you are going to send it to him?
              I am of Scottish descent and know all about frugality. My suggestion of a motion detecting alarm as an alternative to a mechanical lock exemplifies my frugality. I could not make one of these at this cost. Your interest was appreciated though.
              MOC member since 05/97
              1984 Marlin Roadster SWB.
              1800TC, Unleaded ported head, stage 2 cam. Ford Type 9 gearbox, Dolomite Sprint rear axle fitted with MGF disc brakes.
              Three core radiator, Renault Clio vented front discs.
              The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.

              Loads of Marlin Reference can be found documents here or there.

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              • #8
                Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

                Originally posted by stevejgreen View Post
                My comment was in reply to the OP, Element. This in reply to you, hence the quote above.
                I am pleased that you have a spare ignition switch, but how does that help Element, unless you are going to send it to him?
                I am of Scottish descent and know all about frugality. My suggestion of a motion detecting alarm as an alternative to a mechanical lock exemplifies my frugality. I could not make one of these at this cost. Your interest was appreciated though.
                http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Motorcycle...cAAOSwLN5WliDv
                Check out the piston heads thread on DIY trackers it has some useful information
                Mk2 SWB Marina Roadster with a 2.0L Pinto built in 1986

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                • #9
                  Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

                  That alarm is only £4 delivered (admittedly from Malaysia, but at £4 its surely worth a punt! Not so sure I'd go the tracker route. I have always thought the steering lock was a good thing to have - especially on a car like this which would be easy to steal by anyone that knows his way around basic car ignition systems. The alarm does sound like ( ) a good move though. I'm going to have a look at fitting the new wiper stalk today - if I can in an upward angled position so as to negate the ignition key problem for the future...

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                  • #10
                    Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

                    Actually, the alarm is being sold by an ebay foriegn seller that has 111 negative feedback reviews in the last month! There has to be a better option - same sort of thing but pref' a british seller & better feedback score..

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                    • #11
                      Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

                      The trackers double alarms in that if the car is started or moved it sends you a text message and then you can find out where it is to recover it.
                      Mk2 SWB Marina Roadster with a 2.0L Pinto built in 1986

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                      • #12
                        Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

                        Originally posted by element View Post
                        Actually, the alarm is being sold by an ebay foriegn seller that has 111 negative feedback reviews in the last month! There has to be a better option - same sort of thing but pref' a british seller & better feedback score..
                        I picked one at speed to demonstrate the principle, not as a recommendation, sorry if I failed to make that clear.

                        The principle of security is to slow a possible thief down, an alarm siren that he can't disable is a great first step if all he has done is sit in the car. Trackers are a last resort, with luck you can tell where your stolen vehicle is. It's already been stolen.
                        MOC member since 05/97
                        1984 Marlin Roadster SWB.
                        1800TC, Unleaded ported head, stage 2 cam. Ford Type 9 gearbox, Dolomite Sprint rear axle fitted with MGF disc brakes.
                        Three core radiator, Renault Clio vented front discs.
                        The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.

                        Loads of Marlin Reference can be found documents here or there.

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                        • #13
                          Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

                          Originally posted by andyf View Post
                          The trackers double alarms in that if the car is started or moved it sends you a text message and then you can find out where it is to recover it.
                          You should see the alarm on my trike. It does everything, disable the ignition, send me text messages, except warn me of the police car behind me. I went against my Scottish descent and spent far too much money but it had to have international coverage etc.
                          MOC member since 05/97
                          1984 Marlin Roadster SWB.
                          1800TC, Unleaded ported head, stage 2 cam. Ford Type 9 gearbox, Dolomite Sprint rear axle fitted with MGF disc brakes.
                          Three core radiator, Renault Clio vented front discs.
                          The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.

                          Loads of Marlin Reference can be found documents here or there.

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                          • #14
                            Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

                            Originally posted by stevejgreen View Post
                            You should see the alarm on my trike. It does everything, disable the ignition, send me text messages, except warn me of the police car behind me. I went against my Scottish descent and spent far too much money but it had to have international coverage etc.
                            And there I was looking for cheep solutions
                            Mk2 SWB Marina Roadster with a 2.0L Pinto built in 1986

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                            • #15
                              Re: Marina based Roadster ignition switch with steering lock

                              Originally posted by andyf View Post
                              And there I was looking for cheep solutions
                              I can set mine to send me Tweets!
                              MOC member since 05/97
                              1984 Marlin Roadster SWB.
                              1800TC, Unleaded ported head, stage 2 cam. Ford Type 9 gearbox, Dolomite Sprint rear axle fitted with MGF disc brakes.
                              Three core radiator, Renault Clio vented front discs.
                              The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.

                              Loads of Marlin Reference can be found documents here or there.

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