Can someone recommend a source for an EM power convertible top switch? I know the switch is common to other GM vehicles of the era. I have the knob, need a new switch itself. Unless someone has a used one for sale.

Thanks!

needpart



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PM sent.

I have 1 NOS in the GM box.

Duane

[www.ebay.com]

I did a quickie search on flea bay and found several switches for GM products that could possibly work. One in particular was advertised as being for an early Corvair. I can't say with any authority if it is correct or will even work but here it is anyway.
Brand: FARGO AUTOMOTIVE, Manufacturer Part Number: 63C-12300
Other Part Number: GM # 4634122 US $75.00 Shipping:$12.00
The GM number here crosses to Clarks number CX5563

P.S.
I found an NOS GM switch advertised as "1956-62 Corvette, 54-62 GM - Window Lift/Convertible Top Switch - GM 4634122 NOS" for a mere $174.62 Plus $6.99 Shipping that shares the GM Part number and looks essentially identical.
[www.ebay.com]

Here ia another that is advertised as a GM Restoration part for $39.95 and free shipping. [www.ebay.com]
Manufacturer Part Number: W-081
Brand: Classic Headquarters, Inc. CHQ
Interchange Part Number: GM PART #: 3937658

1962 95 F.C. Van
1965 Monza Coupe
Westminster, Maryland

MID ENG enthusiast &
prior Kelmark owner.



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Did the early's non-spyder have a different switch?

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> Did the early's non-spyder have a different switch?



The GM number 4634122 that crosses to Clarks number CX5563, according to the Clark's description is "SWITCH-ELECTRIC CT TOP-62-64 SPYDER ONLY" which would suggest that there is a different part number for non Spyder convertibles.

1962 95 F.C. Van
1965 Monza Coupe
Westminster, Maryland

MID ENG enthusiast &
prior Kelmark owner.

This is what it looks like in my 64 monza

John Oostdyk
Thornhill, Ont
63 Rampy
65 Greenbrier
64 Convertible

Good catch Caraholic.

I forget the spyder and regular Monza switches are different. I’ve owned 6 early convertibles. Only one a powertop.

(967) - Monza is p/n 3814719
(667) - Spyder is p/n 4634122

I wouldn’t be surprised if both have common other uses. I’m after the non spyder one. 3814719.

The switch shown is from a 63 Impala ss

John Oostdyk
Thornhill, Ont
63 Rampy
65 Greenbrier
64 Convertible

Yes that is the one in my 64.

Did you check with Jeff at the ranch?

John Oostdyk
Thornhill, Ont
63 Rampy
65 Greenbrier
64 Convertible

The Spyder power top switch is an extremely rare switch, and the one pictured above isn't correct, however, I can't tell for certain if it might work or even properly fit into the Spyder pod.
The switch that was used on the early Monza power top is the same as many other cars of that era, with only the chrome switch knob changing. The one pictured above for the 1964 is correct for 1962 - 1964. The switch that I took off of a 1963 for my car has a different knob, and I have yet to identify what it came off of.



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That round knob is 58-61 Fullsize Chevy.

Marco
A 62 Monza Wagon, a 63 GB 8door, a 62 R/s and a 65 Corsa Turbo coupe..

Hanging out with the scorpions, king snakes, road runners, coyotes and quails In the southern desert of the silver state
Mesquite NV 89024

Marco_a_p Wrote:
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> That round knob is 58-61 Fullsize Chevy.


Marco..... what did you do with your collection of switch knobs that you posted a few years ago?

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Woodstock CT... Located on the Connecticut / Massachusetts border, approximately 6 miles from the center of Southbridge MA. About 45 minutes from Hartford CT. 1 1/2 hours West of Boston MA. Woodstock CT to Los Angeles CA 2,937.1 miles. 1 Mile as the crow flies to Big Bird's nest.

Reference for future searches...

Example of 62-64 Sypder power top switch vs 62-64 Spyder non power top pod.

Rick Loving
Corvair historian & chronicler of useless facts
CORSA
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Chicagoland Corvair Enthusiasts

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Just south of Chicago IL

Current Ride
63 Sprint Vert 140/4sp

Past Rides
60 700 Sedan 80hp PG
63 Monza Vert 102hp 4 spd
63 Monza Coupe 140hp 4 spd
63 700 Sedan 80hp 3 spd
64 Monza Vert 110hp 4 spd
64 Monza Coupe 95hp 3 spd
64 Monza Sedan 110hp PG
65 500 Coupe 95hp 4 spd
65 Monza Coupe 110hp PG
65 Corsa Coupe 140hp 4 spd
66 Turbo Coupe 180/4sp
68 Monza Vert 140hp 3 spd

@ Junkman...... all sold.

Marco
A 62 Monza Wagon, a 63 GB 8door, a 62 R/s and a 65 Corsa Turbo coupe..

Hanging out with the scorpions, king snakes, road runners, coyotes and quails In the southern desert of the silver state
Mesquite NV 89024

My '63 Monza convertible top switch only seems to work in the UP position. I can't hear anything when I try to put the top DOWN. I have a Spyder pod with the power top switch. Just for testing purposes, will the switch from the Spyder plug directly into the Monza wiring harness? Thank you! Greg

No, they are different. Depending on your skill level, you might be able to disassemble the switch once you have it out of the pod, and clean the contacts, assuming that it is the contacts, not the motor or the wiring. I would unplug the wire from the switch, determine which wire is the power wire, and then jump from the power to each of the other terminals. If you don't get a response in one position, but you do in the other position, then you know that it is either a wiring problem or a motor problem. Don't assume that the switch is bad until you do your diagnostics first. You can also check the switch with an ohm meter with the power removed first.

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Woodstock CT... Located on the Connecticut / Massachusetts border, approximately 6 miles from the center of Southbridge MA. About 45 minutes from Hartford CT. 1 1/2 hours West of Boston MA. Woodstock CT to Los Angeles CA 2,937.1 miles. 1 Mile as the crow flies to Big Bird's nest.

I just bought a 64 Spyder and it has the pod on the left but the switch is missing. :-(

Joel
Northlake, TX
5 Ultravans, Lost count at 100 Corvairs...