8N ignition key

[RedMF40]

I'm thinking of buying a friend's 8N and the key is MIA. My question is this: Did they make the keys all the same, so one key fit all tractors? It's likely if I do buy it that I'll just replace the ignition with either a keyed switch or a toggle. Just wondering out loud, and if there's anything else I should be aware of with that particular ignition switch. Tractor was running and used regularly when parked, just been dormant for a good long while.
Thanks in advance. Gerrit

 

[Jim.ME]

If it is the original switch or a correct replacement, the same key was used for many tractors and years.

 

[RedMF40]

If it is the original switch or a correct replacement, the same key was used for many tractors and years.

Thanks. It’s a fairly original tractor, been in the family since new. It’s likely the original switch but I doubt anyone knows one way or the other. Easy enough to replace if necessary.

 

[Powered By IH]

Could just put this one in too and be done...

Ford 8N ignition switch

 

[Brhatweed]

Or you could just eliminate the key switch and go with a standard toggle switch as I did on my 8N. In my 56 years I've never heard of a tractor being stolen around here... someone did try to steal a diesel oldsmobile years ago but that was a thief without scruples and never got it started.

 

[Hobo,NC]

Could just put this one in too and be done...

Ford 8N ignition switch

He will not be done with it those switches are garbage they will haunt ya.

Upgrade to a NAPA KS6040

E

Thread 'Replacement ignition switch'

Jan 13, 2023

I guess it's been 30 years since I replaced the ingnition switch on my 8N. Checked with NAPA today about an Echlin KS6041 which I searched and is the one recommended. WOW! $54 for a 2 terminal ignition switch!

• Eman85
• Replies: 18
• Forum: Ford 9N, 2N & 8N