I finally fiqured out why my car only startes ever once in a while. there is a box on top of the steering column (the one the rod goes to when i turn the key) well ever time i turn the key the top of the box moves up ( either the bolt came out or the bolt is broken) well i needs some suggestions. i have not looked yet at the box but i am going to get a mirror to see what i could see, i might remove my seat to get to it cause it it so tight of a spot.
anyway maybe you could help me out on this
1. what exactly is that box called, is it the ignition swich,(not the key cylinder ignition switch) i cant find ANY thing about it on the internet or in books or on chevelle.com.
2. is that a special bolt that goes into it to hold it to the column, i was looking in restoration magazines for chevelle but still could not find anyting
3. hopefully the bolt just fell out and did not brake off, if so and i find a replacement bolt do i have to adjust the box and if so how
i had to move my chevelle a few months ago and i had to keep my hand on the box and wiggle it with the key in the start postions to crank

any other input about this or any precautions or suggestions would be appreicated

Sounds like you are describing the neutral-safety switch.

A small self tapping screw on each side holds it on the column.

There is a procedure where you put the car in park and use a small drill bit to center the switch.

Look it up in the service manual.

no its not the neutral safety switch, that is located at the bottom of the steering column, this box is about mid of column

That's the ignition switch & plug (not keyed).

Look in a service manual that goes over a column rebuild.
I have a word document that may help.
What is your email address?
DG

Information should be on Jim's page. Any auto parts store should be able to get you an ignition switch.
http://www.corvettefaq.com/A-car.asp

DG my email is cc70chevy@hotmail.com

thank!

You got mail.
DG

DG i never got the email?

John thanks for that site it helped alot, i starting to get an idea whats involved

thanks guys!

I sent more mail.
DG