Neutral Switch alternatives

[docc]

I realize, now, when I referred to the contact I was thinking of the external connection for the wire rather than inside where the real action is.

Thanks for all the replies, so far.  I'm still hoping someone recognizes this switch from their Fiat or Lancia . . .

[gstallons]

docc , you know this was not made for MG but they outsourced it .  Some source like an import psrts warehouse should be able to fix us up.

[audiomick]

15 hours ago, docc said:

I thought someone had an alternative, but the connection was a male spade, instead of that "T" disc . . .

 

Yes, I can remember reading a discussion about that, but not who wrote it. 

[gstallons]

Yeah , it was one here but IDK how to find it.

[leroysch]

On 7/3/2025 at 7:46 PM, docc said:

What was your outcome, @leroysch?

My switch reliably functioned when removed, powered, and plunger-fingered. I was surprised by how little the plunger needed to move before opening the circuit, though. Just about one step beyond "looking at it the wrong way" for it to change state.

[docc]

On 7/4/2025 at 7:52 PM, leroysch said:

My switch reliably functioned when removed, powered, and plunger-fingered. I was surprised by how little the plunger needed to move before opening the circuit, though. Just about one step beyond "looking at it the wrong way" for it to change state.

I couldn't measure how little the plunger moves to close the switch, but is has to be less than 0.004" (maybe as little as 0.002").  "A skosh " . . . 

So, my circuit tested good (light on when wire-end connector grounded, off when open), and the switch tested good (considering the wee skosh of movement to actuate). So, I am happy, yet surprised, to report a new crush washer was the solution. For now. Some things don't stay fixed.

I also found my shift lever striking the lower hook of the Frame Side Plate/ "Stiletto " on the downstroke. Lengthened the connector rod one full turn of the rear rose/Heim joint. As noted, "Some things don't stay fixed. "

 

[leroysch]

Glad that you avoided that switch $!

[docc]

18 minutes ago, leroysch said:

Glad that you avoided that switch $!

I think we should be sourcing a "compatible part" instead of the Gu$$i part. 
 

I feel certain someone posted this switch with a male spade connector (instead of the "T-disc"). Yet, I cannot find it . . .

[gstallons]

Yeah , when you realize what is / is not in this switch then you conclude they are charging about $90 too much. It is literally a door jamb switch.  That reminds me , I will look through my Standard Ignition Buyer's Guide and see what I can find.