[Sir__Awesome]

So I know this might be a little crazy but I've become interested in relocating the ignition start button to somewhere not so awkward. I was thinking of replacing the 12v next to my shifter as I litterally never use it. Anyone have some input or has tried this before?

 

[MagneticManiac]

If they just use single conductor wire it's a fairly straight forward extension. Not sure if they are the same diameter. But that would be a need mod. How would you plug the old location?


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[DkpST]

In theory it shouldn't be that hard for the wiring, though I don't know the diameter. The current location would be a decent place for a USB charging port. I haven't seen anyone do this but I'm interested in seeing how it works if you move forward.

 

[16Kona]

Interesting idea! I'll be following this...

 

[Duchess]

I think that would be a better spot as well and kind of like an old Saab. Be interested to see how it goes.

 

[wheelhopper]

The reason it is in an awkward spot is that it is less likely you'll accidentally hit the button when using the car and shut it off, I bet. Imagine doing some spirited driving and your hand slips and hits the button next to the shifter, bam your car shuts down. You lose.

Just a thought.

 

[ThnxSVT]

The reason it is in an awkward spot is that it is less likely you'll accidentally hit the button when using the car and shut it off, I bet. Imagine doing some spirited driving and your hand slips and hits the button next to the shifter, bam your car shuts down. You lose.

Just a thought.

Good point, but the car will not switch off if you're moving anything above a slow crawl.

 

[Caleb ST1]

Well to do anything to your car while you are driving it the button has to be held down for a few seconds while you are moving to turn off the motor. I could tap it all day like I was turning it on and it won't turn off.

 

[Bryman13]

Neat idea. I don't mind the factory location but I think it would look cool next to the shifter. And like others said, it won't let you shut the engine off if it's moving over a few mph anyway so no risk there.

 

[Sir__Awesome]

I will probably pull off some of the panels next day I can so stay tuned. Will respond back once I have more details

 

[Sir__Awesome]

In theory it shouldn't be that hard for the wiring, though I don't know the diameter. The current location would be a decent place for a USB charging port. I haven't seen anyone do this but I'm interested in seeing how it works if you move forward.

either that or I can easily make a plug. Not really sure until I pull off the panels

 

[Sir__Awesome]

I think that would be a better spot as well and kind of like an old Saab. Be interested to see how it goes.

Honestly it would be ideal right where the front usb is in the 2015 models. Like in the new mustangs. but we will see if I can do this

 

[mackguy]

I like this idea too..
On a related note, does anyone know if the Mustang button is the same size? The red GT350 button could be kinda neat..

 

[Sir__Awesome]

I like this idea too..
On a related note, does anyone know if the Mustang button is the same size? The red GT350 button could be kinda neat..

It is smaller. I would look at just getting a sticker or an overlay for the factory button. They will be easier and cheaper

 

[Sir__Awesome]

Well the spot where the 12v outlet is at is molded into the center console so its not going to work there without doing some modifications, lets just say I'm not cutting up the console on my new car!

 

[Fordfixer2]

So I know this might be a little crazy but I've become interested in relocating the ignition start button to somewhere not so awkward. I was thinking of replacing the 12v next to my shifter as I litterally never use it. Anyone have some input or has tried this before?

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I did it and it looks great ?

 

[brianlovelace]

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This is so sick. I want to do this to my car... what did you have to do to make it fit in the cigarette lighter spot?

 

[JOKR-ST]

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do you have a writeup for this?
mainly just how you extended the wires.

 

[junits15]

do you have a writeup for this?
mainly just how you extended the wires.

If you don't get a reply I'm sure its just a simple matter of extending the wire for the start button and then plugging the original hole.

Usually these kind of mods can be figured out by just popping it all apart and taking a look.

Best of luck!

 

[JOKR-ST]

If you don't get a reply I'm sure its just a simple matter of extending the wire for the start button and then plugging the original hole.

Usually these kind of mods can be figured out by just popping it all apart and taking a look.

Best of luck!

yeah i figured it would be simple. but what ill probable do is make an extension wire, keeping the stock plug intact, just in case i need to put it back to oem.