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Mr79C10 · 01-07-2008, 01:42 AM

I got a TILT column. The ignition switch, Can I use the one thats on mine now or do i have to get a new switch for the tilt? And is there any other changes I need to do?

wedgemon · 01-07-2008, 04:18 AM

You should have no problem using your old switch. I just did this last year.

- Dave

**old Rusty C10** · 01-07-2008, 05:27 AM

its all direct bolt in replacement the ignition switch ( key ) and the column should swap in no problems

tyjoja · 01-07-2008, 07:55 AM

do you mean the key switch, or the ingniton switch down the column a ways, the one on the column is no prob. the key switch is a bit more, thats where I got held up on mine, you have to have special tools to release the spring clip and then their is a lot going on in the column. I found some one to do it for 75 bucks and I put my old one back in till I have time to get the tilt to them, good luck bob

James McClure · 01-08-2008, 07:58 AM

Mr79: Ign lock cyl and ign switch are two different parts. Changing the switch is no problem, especially with the colunm out, unless you drop the high beam rod out of the pocket it rides in under the signal light switch. Changing the lock cyl is an entirely different critter. You do need special tools (lock plate compressor and wheel puller) This isn't something a novice should attempt. On colunms like this (round colunms, not the square ones) there are 4 reverse head torqs screws at the bottom that often loosen up and you may not find out they are loose until you have swaped out the colunms due to spring pressure within the tilt mechanism holding it tight until you give it a real good pull. If this is the case try to find someone locally to fix it properly. If you can't find anyone in FL to do it for you, ship it up here and I'll fix it for you and ship it back with a new lock and keys. I have over the years accumulated enough parts to build a whole colunm from scratch. jim

Restrorob · 01-08-2008, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tyjoja

I found some one to do it for 75 bucks

Dang.....Are they supplying the vaseline ?

That's all of a 15/20 minute job with the proper tools !

A lot of auto parts stores offer the puller and lock plate tools for loan free of charge.

01-07-2008, 01:42 AM	#1
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01-07-2008, 04:18 AM	#2
wedgemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Spanish Springs, NV Posts: 1,171	Re: Adding a tilt You should have no problem using your old switch. I just did this last year. - Dave __________________ 2003 Silverado K1500 Z71 - Arrival Blue 1973 K5 Cheyenne Blazer 350/TH350/NP203 Kids Trucks:92 K1500 Blazer 5.7/700R4 4" lift. RETIRED: 1980 Scottsdale 4x4 Founding Member: "TILT WHEEL BELLY." Club

01-07-2008, 05:27 AM	#3
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,313	Re: Adding a tilt its all direct bolt in replacement the ignition switch ( key ) and the column should swap in no problems __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

01-07-2008, 07:55 AM	#4
tyjoja Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: albany oregon Posts: 168	Re: Adding a tilt do you mean the key switch, or the ingniton switch down the column a ways, the one on the column is no prob. the key switch is a bit more, thats where I got held up on mine, you have to have special tools to release the spring clip and then their is a lot going on in the column. I found some one to do it for 75 bucks and I put my old one back in till I have time to get the tilt to them, good luck bob

01-08-2008, 07:58 AM	#5
James McClure One shot, one kill. Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saratoga Springs NY Posts: 859	Re: Adding a tilt Mr79: Ign lock cyl and ign switch are two different parts. Changing the switch is no problem, especially with the colunm out, unless you drop the high beam rod out of the pocket it rides in under the signal light switch. Changing the lock cyl is an entirely different critter. You do need special tools (lock plate compressor and wheel puller) This isn't something a novice should attempt. On colunms like this (round colunms, not the square ones) there are 4 reverse head torqs screws at the bottom that often loosen up and you may not find out they are loose until you have swaped out the colunms due to spring pressure within the tilt mechanism holding it tight until you give it a real good pull. If this is the case try to find someone locally to fix it properly. If you can't find anyone in FL to do it for you, ship it up here and I'll fix it for you and ship it back with a new lock and keys. I have over the years accumulated enough parts to build a whole colunm from scratch. jim __________________ 1984 K20 350M engine with 465,000 miles. Well, it's finally done!! Almost 2 years of work, but it was really worth the effort. Little stuff left to do is mount winch, wet sand & buff out and build belly pan\running boards. Body work takes lots and LOTS of beer!!!! God, Guts and Guns made America and God, Guts and Guns will preserve it! The worst thing you could do is get into my sights, but that don't matter, you'll never know it, cause you'll never hear the shotJim or Paladin whichever you choose.



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