Just to conclude, i fitted a new switch and it all works ok now, it was tight getting the plug through the column but it went through.
Mick

69 Dart GTS 440 mopar .590 cam, Edelbrock heads, 3200#
best et 6.45, 106.78, 10.14, 132.88 mph, 1.47 60ft
best 60ft 1.36