D8H. Starting engine switch

[The old Cat man]

Hello everyone. I’m currently trying to rebuild an antique Caterpillar Fifteen. The switch for the magneto to ground on the dash has been replaced by a toggle switch and I remember on the old D8H. 46A sn. Also just about any machine with a starting engine like the D7E had the same switch. That the switch for the starting engine should be exactly what I need. Unfortunately the dealers don’t have the info on these old tractors anymore and I’m wondering if anyone in this group that has a parts book of these old machines, might have the part number of the on/off switch for the starting engine. If I remember correctly it only had 1 terminal on the switch and it grounded to the dash ground in the off position. It was a rotary switch with 2 mounting screws on the outside edges, looked like a miniature start switch. Thanks in advance for your help.

 

[James Sorochan]

There maybe someone here that can answer your question, not sure. Have you considered joining ACMOC ( Antique Caterpillar Machinery Owners Club). There are some very knowledgable guys there.

 

[Simon C]

If you can find the serial number, post it in case there was differences in machines. Someone probably has the info you are after.
Simon C

 

[grandpa]

The old 7t and 8t motorgraders had that same switch so gives you more places to look.

 

[TomA]

Switch part# for D4 is 4F4784

 

[sled dog]

Currently 2 on ebay. Very proud of them!!!