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hjalbert · 08-09-2003, 08:15 PM

I have been trying to get this thing out for like an hour, i am sticking a pin in hte hole on the front, and then turning, but it really doesnt seem to be getting any loser. Can any one help me please

jewels. · 08-09-2003, 08:56 PM

OMG! it took me more than five years to get mine out--- and i had to wait for longhornmail to come get it out of my truck! maybe he will have some good suggestions!

here are some tips - just to make sure you are doing everything correctly:

1. *IF* the truck has an accessory position in the ignition (if the key will turn counter-clockwise from off), then turn the key to the accessory position.

Otherwise, skip this step.

2. Insert a small paperclip or hex-wrench into the small hole in the ignition cylinder. A hex-wrench works the best because it is easier to hold (and keep holding). Press into the hold with the wrench (or paper clip) until you feel the resistance of the internal spring. Keep holding the wrench (or paperclip) against the spring, so that the spring is compressed.

3. Keep turning and keep the wrench pressed. As you are turning further, pull on the key in the ignition. (Pull towards yourself). It should pop out.

Longhornmail had trouble with my ignition (on this step) because my key would just pull out of the ignition (even when the truck runs). (A worn cylinder is the culprit here). I think he used something else to stick into the key hole in order to pull out the ignition cylinder.

Bottomline, there are a few people who can easily remove them (somehow). And they are doing it fairly easy, so there has got to be a good way to do it without forcing it.

Good luck! (And I hope I was helpful!)
PM longhornmail if you have more troubs!

ciao!
jewels.

LonghornJeff · 08-09-2003, 10:20 PM

THE ONE STEP WAY IS.....DRIVE TO COLUMBUS OHIO AND LET ANDY DO IT FOR YOU! COST......1 MOUNTAIN DEW AND A HAND SHAKE

hjalbert · 08-09-2003, 10:22 PM

thank you, the culprit must have been not having it in the accesory spot, instead had it in the off position. Also, my key also just pulls out, so i may end up using something else, for right now, i just left it alon,e and i have allready showered, so im not getting dirty again. Thanks alot

Longhorn Man · 08-10-2003, 11:27 AM

LOL Jeff!!!
My key comes out of the ignition switch too...but I kinda prefer it like that. It helped when i was delivering pizzas quite a bit. Pull up to the house, grab my key, get out and lock the door while it was running.
Leaving it running and within sight of the customers front door was the key to a huge tip.

jewels. · 08-10-2003, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by longhornmail
Leaving it running and within sight of the customers front door was the key to a huge tip.

what a great idea! use the truck for extra tips! i am gonna use that one!

jewels.

Longhorn Man · 08-10-2003, 01:22 PM

It wasn't uncommon to get $5 tips after they would hear it/see it and ask;
"Are you delivering pizas inTHAT??? Here you go, a little extra in there for you."
Everyone thoguht that 10MPG was gonna kill me, but I made more when i drove it than i did with my wife's old Blazer.

08-09-2003, 08:15 PM	#1
hjalbert cracker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 1,021	need help removing ignition cylinder I have been trying to get this thing out for like an hour, i am sticking a pin in hte hole on the front, and then turning, but it really doesnt seem to be getting any loser. Can any one help me please __________________ FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE DRUM BRAKE CLUB Harry John Albert III located in Phoenix, AZ 1972 GMC JIMMY, 1969 lwb Chevy Frame, 1999 bmw k1200 ltc 1992 Kawasaki concours 1991 bmw k75 1973 cortez motorhome

08-09-2003, 08:56 PM	#2
jewels. Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Munster, IN Posts: 1,100	OMG! it took me more than five years to get mine out--- and i had to wait for longhornmail to come get it out of my truck! maybe he will have some good suggestions! here are some tips - just to make sure you are doing everything correctly: 1. IF the truck has an accessory position in the ignition (if the key will turn counter-clockwise from off), then turn the key to the accessory position. Otherwise, skip this step. 2. Insert a small paperclip or hex-wrench into the small hole in the ignition cylinder. A hex-wrench works the best because it is easier to hold (and keep holding). Press into the hold with the wrench (or paper clip) until you feel the resistance of the internal spring. Keep holding the wrench (or paperclip) against the spring, so that the spring is compressed. 3. Keep turning and keep the wrench pressed. As you are turning further, pull on the key in the ignition. (Pull towards yourself). It should pop out. Longhornmail had trouble with my ignition (on this step) because my key would just pull out of the ignition (even when the truck runs). (A worn cylinder is the culprit here). I think he used something else to stick into the key hole in order to pull out the ignition cylinder. Bottomline, there are a few people who can easily remove them (somehow). And they are doing it fairly easy, so there has got to be a good way to do it without forcing it. Good luck! (And I hope I was helpful!) PM longhornmail if you have more troubs! ciao! jewels. __________________ 68 C10 Red Step 350 my first child & main focus 58 3200 Apache LWB Step the upcoming project

08-09-2003, 10:20 PM	#3
LonghornJeff EZEKIEL 25:17 Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Springfield IL USA Posts: 984	THE ONE STEP WAY IS.....DRIVE TO COLUMBUS OHIO AND LET ANDY DO IT FOR YOU! COST......1 MOUNTAIN DEW AND A HAND SHAKE __________________ 68 CHEVELLE(HORSESHOE) 69 LONGHORN 396 70 NOVA 454(FOR SALE) 71 SWB 307 71 EL CAMINO 383 72 GMC JIMMY 350 87 BLAZER 350 WIW? http://blog.360.yahoo.com/blog-r5CJt...9_6Orzim4L5uWM Gun control, the theory that 110lb. women have the "right" to fistfight with 210lb. rapists. The reason animal rights activists are more passionate about fur than leather is because it's safer to harrass rich women than bikers...

08-09-2003, 10:22 PM	#4
hjalbert cracker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 1,021	thank you, the culprit must have been not having it in the accesory spot, instead had it in the off position. Also, my key also just pulls out, so i may end up using something else, for right now, i just left it alon,e and i have allready showered, so im not getting dirty again. Thanks alot __________________ FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE DRUM BRAKE CLUB Harry John Albert III located in Phoenix, AZ 1972 GMC JIMMY, 1969 lwb Chevy Frame, 1999 bmw k1200 ltc 1992 Kawasaki concours 1991 bmw k75 1973 cortez motorhome

08-10-2003, 11:27 AM	#5
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	LOL Jeff!!! My key comes out of the ignition switch too...but I kinda prefer it like that. It helped when i was delivering pizzas quite a bit. Pull up to the house, grab my key, get out and lock the door while it was running. Leaving it running and within sight of the customers front door was the key to a huge tip.

08-10-2003, 01:22 PM	#7
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	It wasn't uncommon to get $5 tips after they would hear it/see it and ask; "Are you delivering pizas inTHAT??? Here you go, a little extra in there for you." Everyone thoguht that 10MPG was gonna kill me, but I made more when i drove it than i did with my wife's old Blazer.



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