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chief bobber · 06-24-2005, 02:46 PM

It's been awhile since I pulled one and the search is disabled, so could someone shed some light. I'm boneing a 72 1/2 ton with more rust than metal and all that's left in the cab now is the ignition switch and it's a good one.
Thanks, KC

byrd · 06-24-2005, 04:30 PM

THe bezel should unscrew from the switch and it should fall right out if iirc Randy

72BLAZERDUDE · 06-24-2005, 04:41 PM

You have to have the key and a paper clip to get the bezel off because you have to take out the ignition lock before the bezel will come off. Put the key in stick the end of the paper clip into the small hole and push in ( about 1/4 inch)the release pin and turn the key counterclockwise. It should come right out lock and key. Sometimes it takes me a couple of tries but I always get it.

chief bobber · 06-24-2005, 04:46 PM

Well yes and no, the bezel does loosen up nicely, but then it will not side over the stainless part that the key goes through. If memory serves you have to remove the tumbler assembly by sticking a paper clip in the little hole near the key. I guess I'll just cut the dash and be done with it and figure the puzzle out later. Thanks for the reply.
Later, KC

chief bobber · 06-24-2005, 04:51 PM

Thanx 72 Blazerdude, I'll go give it a shot. I was screwing with it for a good while but I just couldn't remember and I didn't want to mess it up...........

chief bobber · 06-24-2005, 05:18 PM

done deal, thanks again........................

byrd · 06-24-2005, 05:29 PM

Sorry didn't know tumbler was still in it. Randy

Americanrider · 06-26-2005, 03:39 AM

It's in the FAQ section

06-24-2005, 02:46 PM	#1
chief bobber Sanity is a state of mind Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: New Humpshire Posts: 93	Removing ignition switch It's been awhile since I pulled one and the search is disabled, so could someone shed some light. I'm boneing a 72 1/2 ton with more rust than metal and all that's left in the cab now is the ignition switch and it's a good one. Thanks, KC __________________ 67 K-10 8ft step 250/465/timken 4 shaft/373 to 1 70 C-10 Panel Vortec V/5spd BW od /307 to 1 70 C-30 9ft stepside dump 350/465/ posi and a few too many other trucks, cars, jeeps, cruisiers, and M/Cs ...o~`o

06-24-2005, 04:41 PM	#3
72BLAZERDUDE Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: WATAUGA,TX Posts: 675	You have to have the key and a paper clip to get the bezel off because you have to take out the ignition lock before the bezel will come off. Put the key in stick the end of the paper clip into the small hole and push in ( about 1/4 inch)the release pin and turn the key counterclockwise. It should come right out lock and key. Sometimes it takes me a couple of tries but I always get it. __________________ 72 2wd 307/AT/AC/TILT WHEEL 78 JIMMY HIGH SIERRA Last edited by 72BLAZERDUDE; 06-24-2005 at 04:46 PM.

06-24-2005, 04:46 PM	#4
chief bobber Sanity is a state of mind Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: New Humpshire Posts: 93	Well yes and no, the bezel does loosen up nicely, but then it will not side over the stainless part that the key goes through. If memory serves you have to remove the tumbler assembly by sticking a paper clip in the little hole near the key. I guess I'll just cut the dash and be done with it and figure the puzzle out later. Thanks for the reply. Later, KC __________________ 67 K-10 8ft step 250/465/timken 4 shaft/373 to 1 70 C-10 Panel Vortec V/5spd BW od /307 to 1 70 C-30 9ft stepside dump 350/465/ posi and a few too many other trucks, cars, jeeps, cruisiers, and M/Cs ...o~`o

06-24-2005, 04:51 PM	#5
chief bobber Sanity is a state of mind Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: New Humpshire Posts: 93	Thanx 72 Blazerdude, I'll go give it a shot. I was screwing with it for a good while but I just couldn't remember and I didn't want to mess it up........... __________________ 67 K-10 8ft step 250/465/timken 4 shaft/373 to 1 70 C-10 Panel Vortec V/5spd BW od /307 to 1 70 C-30 9ft stepside dump 350/465/ posi and a few too many other trucks, cars, jeeps, cruisiers, and M/Cs ...o~`o

06-24-2005, 05:18 PM	#6
chief bobber Sanity is a state of mind Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: New Humpshire Posts: 93	done deal, thanks again........................ __________________ 67 K-10 8ft step 250/465/timken 4 shaft/373 to 1 70 C-10 Panel Vortec V/5spd BW od /307 to 1 70 C-30 9ft stepside dump 350/465/ posi and a few too many other trucks, cars, jeeps, cruisiers, and M/Cs ...o~`o

06-26-2005, 03:39 AM	#8
Americanrider Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: NW, WA. Posts: 1,421	It's in the FAQ section



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