starter switch in a 1912

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starter switch in a 1912

Post by Joe » Tue Sep 19, 2023 2:38 am

I put a starter in my 12 touring after suffering a back injury a couple of years ago. Now trying to figure out the most inconspicuous mounting location for the switch. Any suggestions what kind of switch and where to mount it. Thanks Joe

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Re: starter switch in a 1912

Post by ABoer » Tue Sep 19, 2023 3:30 am

Joe ; I mount the switch on the same location as by the later once's .
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Re: starter switch in a 1912

Post by Fire_chief » Tue Sep 19, 2023 6:38 am

My '12 has a push button switch that is connected to a Ford solinoid. You can put the switch on the panel under the drivers seat, or put it under the coil box. The possibilities are too numerous to list them all


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Re: starter switch in a 1912

Post by speedytinc » Tue Sep 19, 2023 8:18 am

Fire_chief wrote:
Tue Sep 19, 2023 6:38 am
My '12 has a push button switch that is connected to a Ford solinoid. You can put the switch on the panel under the drivers seat, or put it under the coil box. The possibilities are too numerous to list them all
I also have a solenoid setup.
The switch is mounted in the left corner of the floor board, close to the seat, covered by the floor mat. Well out of the way for no accidental hits.
All hidden. Just a small bump in the floor mat.

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Re: starter switch in a 1912

Post by babychadwick » Tue Sep 19, 2023 9:13 am

Once you use it it won't be hidden . .
Solenoid is the best option, try to get one that you can jump terminals on and mount it hidden but accessible. Tucked up in the frame seems great until "click"
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Re: starter switch in a 1912

Post by Mark Gregush » Tue Sep 19, 2023 9:45 am

I just installed a starter switch in a 1912 roadster with reproduction body. I mounted the switch in the same location as the later cars but used a bolt on style and mounted from underneath the wood heel board. Didn't need the extension and does not stick out like a sore thumb.
I know the voices aren't real but damn they have some good ideas! :shock:

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Re: starter switch in a 1912

Post by Joe » Fri Sep 22, 2023 8:01 pm

Thanks for the info and will put the button as suggested in the rear left floor corner under the mat. Great idea thanks again.
Now my only problem is the switch and solenoid are not available at the present time. Phoned 3 vendors for a Hershey pickup and that what I am told.
Same goes for a 5 Ft inner speedometer cable for the 12 not available at the present.


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Re: starter switch in a 1912

Post by speedytinc » Fri Sep 22, 2023 10:33 pm

The solenoid is an auto parts item.
The switch may also be an auto parts item or boat hardware.

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