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chevyman02 · 09-06-2002, 07:21 PM

Anyone else have any problems removing the ignition switch from the dash? I can't seem to figure this one out. Any help is appreciated.

Adam.

woodrow59 · 09-06-2002, 07:27 PM

try this thread

http://64.246.42.114/vboard/showthre...gnition+switch

**Classic Heartbeat** · 09-06-2002, 07:30 PM

Turn the key to the accessory possition, insert a stiff wire like a paperclip into the little hole above the key. You should feel some spring tention when the wire is pushed in. Continue to push against the tention then turn the key toward the left and the tumbler should come right out. Then unscrew the bezel and remove the ignition switch.... WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

chevyman02 · 09-06-2002, 07:55 PM

The guy I bought it from didn't have the key. What do I do if I don't have the key?

chevyman02 · 09-06-2002, 09:48 PM

Anyone else run into this situation?

Longhorn Man · 09-06-2002, 10:03 PM

My GMC also came without a key, it took breakig a couple screwdrivers, but I was able to hamme a screwdriver in and then turh it to the acc position and I used an allen wrench to push in the little hole...popped right out into my hand.

jostrans68 · 09-06-2002, 10:42 PM

I just did mine on the cab I got From WES no keys if you pop the chrome around where the key goe into tumbler kind of like the old metal brake fluid lids . its about as big as a nickle. then spin the outer ring off it will come of tight but it will come off. if you dont take the inner chrome of it will spin and strip ...Jack

09-06-2002, 07:21 PM	#1
chevyman02 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Indpls, IN Posts: 52	Removing ignition switch? Anyone else have any problems removing the ignition switch from the dash? I can't seem to figure this one out. Any help is appreciated. Adam.

09-06-2002, 07:27 PM	#2
woodrow59 OzarkHillbilly in Atlanta Join Date: May 2002 Location: Douglasville, Ga. Salem, Mo. Posts: 386	try this thread http://64.246.42.114/vboard/showthre...gnition+switch __________________ 72 custom/10 LWB 68 Longhorn C20 Custom Camper (sold)

09-06-2002, 07:30 PM	#3
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Turn the key to the accessory possition, insert a stiff wire like a paperclip into the little hole above the key. You should feel some spring tention when the wire is pushed in. Continue to push against the tention then turn the key toward the left and the tumbler should come right out. Then unscrew the bezel and remove the ignition switch.... WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

09-06-2002, 10:42 PM	#7
jostrans68 Jostrans68 Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Bloomington indiana Posts: 1,182	I just did mine on the cab I got From WES no keys if you pop the chrome around where the key goe into tumbler kind of like the old metal brake fluid lids . its about as big as a nickle. then spin the outer ring off it will come of tight but it will come off. if you dont take the inner chrome of it will spin and strip ...Jack __________________ [CGTW Member former 67-72 now with a 96 silverado

09-06-2002, 07:55 PM	#4
chevyman02 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Indpls, IN Posts: 52	The guy I bought it from didn't have the key. What do I do if I don't have the key?

09-06-2002, 09:48 PM	#5
chevyman02 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Indpls, IN Posts: 52	Anyone else run into this situation?

09-06-2002, 10:03 PM	#6
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	My GMC also came without a key, it took breakig a couple screwdrivers, but I was able to hamme a screwdriver in and then turh it to the acc position and I used an allen wrench to push in the little hole...popped right out into my hand.



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