Looking for B210 Key Ignition. HELP!

[Robertopz1]

I am new to the Datsun family. We just purchased a 1978 B210. She's my first classic car, and I have to admit, she's gonna need a lot of work. 

She runs great except it doesn't have a ignition switch. I'm currently turning the engine on with a flat head. I've looked online but that place is hectic. 

 

If you sell parts or know good Datsun websites, I would appreciate if you passed along information. 
 

[datzenmike]

Try http://community.ratsun.net/classifieds/category/12-miscellaneous/?sort_key=date_added&sort_order=desc maybe someone has one sitting around. Make sure you specify the key lock not the switch itself.

[LenRobertson]

A couple of sources of a new lock cylinder with keys:

 

http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/raframecatalog.php?ck[iD]=0&ck[idlist]=0&ck[viewcurrency]=USD&ck[php_SESSION_ID]=mh0eb35k9rgke58825ecscu037

 

http://www.autozone.com/autozone/parts/1978-Nissan-Datsun-B210/Ignition-Lock-Cylinder/_/N-imxmlZ9cice

 

Your local autoparts store maybe can order you a similar one. Here is info on getting the cylinder out:

 

http://community.ratsun.net/topic/47412-how-to-dissasemble-datsun-510-ignition-switch-and-rekey/

 

I've heard that a locksmith can use something to "read" the inside of a lock and then make a new key. But I suspect it will be cheaper (although maybe not easier) to buy a replacement cylinder.

 

Len