ignition key Elan Sprint

[geni]

On the Elan Sprint, the steering column can be locked with the ignition key. What model was it originally taken from?
I want to know these parts in detail because I must be missing one (of) parts? to hold the connection box at its end !
Maybe know some for sale ?

[mbell]

Column is Triumph Spitfire.

[geni]

Ok, , but I have a problem with (Steering lock)
not knowing how the connector with these electrical plugs, remains in place (maintained by what?) in the housing at the end of the support fixed to the steering column .
geni

[pharriso]

Geni, do you mean the plastic cover that fits over the back of the colum mounted ignition switch:

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It's a Triumph part (GT6, Spitfire), but as far I am aware the cover is not available as a seperate part.

[geni]

thanks for attaching the photos, but I'm talking about the white connector with these 4 electrical clips, how does it stay in the box? by what means has he maintained?

[gjz30075]

I believe the black cover holds the white electrical connector to the casting. The black cover snaps into place
on the casting to 'sandwich' the white connector.

[c.garde]

Hello nerds and gents,

Allow me to repeat myself ( goes with the age )

The contact ( or the round switch ) is secured by a very tiny selftapping screw .
Have a close look at the housing and you will see a very small hole for the screw . This passes througt this hole and screws into the contact thus securing it.
A good plastic surround cover will be able to keep things in place without screw .
Once loosened and it is gone !
I have never been able to locate a new screw this size but ofcourse they do excist.
Alternatively you could go up in size but take care not to let swarf entering the contact.

C.garde

[c.garde]

errata :
Sorry .
The tiny hole is ofcourse situated on the collar surrounding the switch.NOT the lock.
If you have a close look on your contact you will find the corresponding hole..



C.Garde