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Fraser Beatty · 06-18-2009, 05:22 PM

I've run into my first problem with the truck. The ignition does not want to turn all the way back into the off/lock position so that I can remove the key. It'll turn forwards to start the truck, but will only turn about 1/2 way back, where it locks up. No amount of forcing, pushing, or pulling will get it to come all the way back. It worked fine yesterday, doesn't want to work now though. Anyone experienced this before and/or know what to do?

Fraser Beatty · 06-19-2009, 05:59 PM

Can anyone help with the key problem? I still haven't been able to get it out.

MrBeast · 06-21-2009, 10:53 AM

it is going to be one of 3 things, either A you need a new key switch, B. the nylon gear on the back of the key switch that pushes the plunger down has stripped, or C. the switch on the top of the column under the dash is fubar.

Take the switch off the top of the column first, then try turning the key, if the key moves freely, the problem is the switch, if it does not the problem is in the column, you will have to pull the steering wheel and rebuild it.

All of the parts to do this are available from LMC

If you have any questions on it shoot me a PM

MrBeast · 06-21-2009, 10:53 AM

it is going to be one of 3 things, either A you need a new key switch, B. the nylon gear on the back of the key switch that pushes the plunger down has stripped, or C. the switch on the top of the column under the dash is fubar.

Take the switch off the top of the column first, then try turning the key, if the key moves freely, the problem is the switch, if it does not the problem is in the column, you will have to pull the steering wheel and rebuild it.

All of the parts to do this are available from LMC

If you have any questions on it shoot me a PM

06-18-2009, 05:22 PM	#26
Fraser Beatty Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sarnia, Ontario Posts: 571	Re: Bought New Truck-85 C35 Crew Cab Dually I've run into my first problem with the truck. The ignition does not want to turn all the way back into the off/lock position so that I can remove the key. It'll turn forwards to start the truck, but will only turn about 1/2 way back, where it locks up. No amount of forcing, pushing, or pulling will get it to come all the way back. It worked fine yesterday, doesn't want to work now though. Anyone experienced this before and/or know what to do? __________________ 1961 GMC 930- SOLD 1979 GMC C35 Single Wheel Camper Special- SOLD 1980 GMC C25 Camper Special- SOLD 1983 Chevrolet C10- SOLD 1983 Chevrolet Camaro- SOLD 1985 GMC C1500 (Dad's truck) 1985 GMC C3500 Crew Cab Dually- TRADED FOR 61 GMC 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 V6 Shortbox- Daily Driver

06-19-2009, 05:59 PM	#27
Fraser Beatty Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sarnia, Ontario Posts: 571	Re: Bought New Truck-85 C35 Crew Cab Dually Can anyone help with the key problem? I still haven't been able to get it out. __________________ 1961 GMC 930- SOLD 1979 GMC C35 Single Wheel Camper Special- SOLD 1980 GMC C25 Camper Special- SOLD 1983 Chevrolet C10- SOLD 1983 Chevrolet Camaro- SOLD 1985 GMC C1500 (Dad's truck) 1985 GMC C3500 Crew Cab Dually- TRADED FOR 61 GMC 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 V6 Shortbox- Daily Driver

06-21-2009, 10:53 AM	#28
MrBeast high-Tech Red Neck Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Livingston, MT/On my boat WA/BC/AK Posts: 2,294	Re: Bought New Truck-85 C35 Crew Cab Dually it is going to be one of 3 things, either A you need a new key switch, B. the nylon gear on the back of the key switch that pushes the plunger down has stripped, or C. the switch on the top of the column under the dash is fubar. Take the switch off the top of the column first, then try turning the key, if the key moves freely, the problem is the switch, if it does not the problem is in the column, you will have to pull the steering wheel and rebuild it. All of the parts to do this are available from LMC If you have any questions on it shoot me a PM __________________ "He used to be a pretty nice feller, now he's a welder!"

06-21-2009, 10:53 AM	#29
MrBeast high-Tech Red Neck Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Livingston, MT/On my boat WA/BC/AK Posts: 2,294	Re: Bought New Truck-85 C35 Crew Cab Dually it is going to be one of 3 things, either A you need a new key switch, B. the nylon gear on the back of the key switch that pushes the plunger down has stripped, or C. the switch on the top of the column under the dash is fubar. Take the switch off the top of the column first, then try turning the key, if the key moves freely, the problem is the switch, if it does not the problem is in the column, you will have to pull the steering wheel and rebuild it. All of the parts to do this are available from LMC If you have any questions on it shoot me a PM __________________ "He used to be a pretty nice feller, now he's a welder!"



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