A1260 vs A1226 keyboard and backlit keyboard differences

I've been using an a1260 and an a1226 macbook pro. I feel a difference in the keys on the a1226, it just has a better feel. in addition, the backlit keyboard seems brighter on the a1226. Has anyone else experienced this. I was thinking of switching keyboards?

Hi J, and welcome to Apple Discussions.
ifixit.com is usually pretty good about showing different models which their stock of parts fit. They list two different keyboards for those two models, with no interchangeability. That is not a definitive answer, however, as they cannot always be correct, and I do have to say, the two KBs look the same (in a quick once-over).
Here are a few parts and/or repair places you may want to check, both for price, and to see if they might show the KB as working on both machines. Good luck.
powerbookmedic.com
ifixit.com
pbparts.com
dttservice.com
powerbooktech.com
powerbookresq.com
powerbookguy.com
macrecycling.com/
EDIT: it sounds like you have the "new" KB already? I would usually play it safe in a situation involving expensive electronics, but if I had both parts in hand, looked them over well, it fit properly, and the connector was an exact match, I'd probably try it. OTOH, if you're only talking about a few bucks shipping, can get the correct part number, and can wait to get it, that's certainly better peace of mind.
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