bad ignition switch

[Jim100]

Every once in a while but on the rise my truck will crank and crank and not start unless I wiggle or push on the key. Then it will go.
Ignition switches can fail right?

[712edf]

Yes. Any electrical component can fail.

Bucky

[wally426ci]

They're available new as well.

[Hobcobble]

Just picked up a new one for my W200 a week ago. Same problem.
It would "catch" just as I let up on the key.

John

[powerwagon54]

new aftermarket switches are junk

[Jim100]

Not surprised they are junk but so is the one in my truck so I guess its roll the old dice.

[powerwagon54]

better chance of getting a good used one.

[Hobcobble]

If you are rolling the dice....
NAPA Part [Echlin] #KS6482 [lock cylinder]
NAPA Part [Echlin] #KS6528 [Ignition switch housing]

John