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Prostreet 72 · 04-07-2009, 01:08 PM

The nut is loose, but it just keeps on spinning. Is there a trick?

slednD1 · 04-07-2009, 01:14 PM

that little hole next to the key is a release for the lock cylinder,I don't remember exactly what had to happen but I think the key has to be in it and then slide a straight pin into the hole then turn or pull the lock cylinder out.anyway you get the idea,the nut wont come off past the cylinder cover so cylinder must first be removed....good luck

haysonj · 04-07-2009, 01:16 PM

you have to pull the lock cylinder out first. You turn the key to the left and insert a paper clip or small Allen wrench in the small hole. push hard on the Allen wrench and turn key to left and pull out. May need to spray lube or graphite in the small hole

Beatcoaster · 04-07-2009, 02:07 PM

I will be trying to get mine back together tonight...I ran into the same problem you had and this forum was a huge help...I hope it goes back together easier than it came apart!!..

my67chevytruck · 04-07-2009, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by haysonj

you have to pull the lock cylinder out first. You turn the key to the left and insert a paper clip or small Allen wrench in the small hole. push hard on the Allen wrench and turn key to left and pull out. May need to spray lube or graphite in the small hole

Yep, that does the trick....

69halfton · 04-07-2009, 03:21 PM

it goes together real easy. i had to chuckle i started a thread like this when i tried to get mine out.
i think every single one of us has asked that question!

Prostreet 72 · 04-08-2009, 03:02 PM

I agree, this forum is worth every penny you spend on it. Thanks for the help guys. I'll give it a try tonight.

Beatcoaster · 04-08-2009, 03:54 PM

It does go back together pretty darn easy, just line all the tabs up correctly, screw the face back on, line up the pin hole with the tumbler and turn the switch with a screw driver if it has changed positions internally until it all aligns back up and push the tumbler back in(easily) with the key and turn it to acc/on/start so you know it all works again...took me 5 minutes to get it done

04-07-2009, 01:08 PM	#1
Prostreet 72 Prostreet 72 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Goodrich, Michigan Posts: 278	How dose this come off??? The nut is loose, but it just keeps on spinning. Is there a trick? Attached Images __________________ Prostreet 72 "Green Monster" 1972 Fleetside Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...1&goto=newpost http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=319041

04-07-2009, 01:14 PM	#2
slednD1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: ANTIOCH CALIFORNIA Posts: 61	Re: How dose this come off??? that little hole next to the key is a release for the lock cylinder,I don't remember exactly what had to happen but I think the key has to be in it and then slide a straight pin into the hole then turn or pull the lock cylinder out.anyway you get the idea,the nut wont come off past the cylinder cover so cylinder must first be removed....good luck

04-07-2009, 01:16 PM	#3
haysonj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Santa Maria, Ca. Posts: 1,423	Re: How dose this come off??? you have to pull the lock cylinder out first. You turn the key to the left and insert a paper clip or small Allen wrench in the small hole. push hard on the Allen wrench and turn key to left and pull out. May need to spray lube or graphite in the small hole __________________ 69 Chevy 4x4 383 Power

04-07-2009, 02:07 PM	#4
Beatcoaster 69 Fleetside Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lake Stevens, WA Posts: 333	Re: How dose this come off??? I will be trying to get mine back together tonight...I ran into the same problem you had and this forum was a huge help...I hope it goes back together easier than it came apart!!.. Last edited by Beatcoaster; 04-07-2009 at 02:07 PM.

04-07-2009, 03:21 PM	#6
69halfton Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: King City, Ontario, Canada Posts: 974	Re: How dose this come off??? it goes together real easy. i had to chuckle i started a thread like this when i tried to get mine out. i think every single one of us has asked that question! __________________ - Jason If you can turn, Youre not going fast enough. Favorite caption: first car to 200 mph in the 1/4 mile, no parachute, drum brakes all the way around.. ..back when men were men.

04-08-2009, 03:02 PM	#7
Prostreet 72 Prostreet 72 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Goodrich, Michigan Posts: 278	Re: How dose this come off??? I agree, this forum is worth every penny you spend on it. Thanks for the help guys. I'll give it a try tonight. __________________ Prostreet 72 "Green Monster" 1972 Fleetside Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...1&goto=newpost http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=319041

04-08-2009, 03:54 PM	#8
Beatcoaster 69 Fleetside Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lake Stevens, WA Posts: 333	Re: How dose this come off??? It does go back together pretty darn easy, just line all the tabs up correctly, screw the face back on, line up the pin hole with the tumbler and turn the switch with a screw driver if it has changed positions internally until it all aligns back up and push the tumbler back in(easily) with the key and turn it to acc/on/start so you know it all works again...took me 5 minutes to get it done



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