Hi Peter;
I can see why you’re looking for a discounted switch. I suggest you: 1) attempt to clean your switch; there’s a remote possibility that it’s full of old carbon and oil. Probably won’t work but what do you have to lose?
2) Type “211C243-12” into your favorite search engine–that’s an alternate part number for the switch. You will get a list of vendors (www.controller.com for one) that list sellers. Will your mechanic install a used part? Some won’t–claiming there has to be a paper trail to show they are installing an airworthy part.
You can also start checking out salvage yards. All aircraft salvage yards, to the best of my knowledge guarantee their parts and offer a 10 day full refund guarantee.
Let me know how this turns out.
Best
Steve
