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| Mpiercewa |
 Jan 1 2026, 08:19 PM
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Newbie  Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 21-October 23 From: Seattle Member No.: 27,675 Region Association: Pacific Northwest  |
My 1972 914 is very hard to start. I really have to wiggle the key to get it to turn over but sometimes it won’t at all. Will replacing the ignition switch likely fix this problem? I appreciate any guidance.
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| Ishley |
Jan 1 2026, 08:43 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 311 Joined: 4-October 21 From: Clarendon Hills Il Member No.: 25,957 Region Association: Upper MidWest 
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Yes. It’s most likely the switch. Unfortunately the current batch of products on the market are not great. I have changed mine a couple times but my last one has lasted a few years now. Quality is the issue with these parts. I’ve ordered from several sources and they are all the same. You could try Porsche direct… some say it’s a better part.
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Mpiercewa ‘72 ignition problem Jan 1 2026, 08:19 PM
chmillman Yes, sounds definitely like the ignition switch, r... Jan 2 2026, 03:23 AM |
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