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ignition switch lock cylinder
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ford38v8 |
03-01-2022 @ 2:10 PM
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Ken, the pin may bind if the lock is set before you take your foot off the brake pedal, thereby allowing the front wheels to roll a couple inches, turning the steering shaft just enough to bind the locking pin. You can determine this condition and correct it in the same manner as in a modern car, just by pulling against the locked direction of the steering wheel. Alan
This message was edited by ford38v8 on 3-1-22 @ 2:11 PM
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kenburke |
03-01-2022 @ 1:01 PM
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Alan, another thing, my key and ignition cylinder is in a horizontal position and not a vertical. Mike's book shows vertical. Thanks Ken
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kenburke |
03-01-2022 @ 12:43 PM
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Hi Alan, You are probably right. But to get behind, in order to look at the pin, doesn't one need to take out the key/cylinder first. My key is not moving the lock ball. Or removing the ball's pin underneath to allow access?
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ford38v8 |
03-01-2022 @ 10:17 AM
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Be sure the cylinder is the problem and not the locking pin binding on the steering shaft.
Alan
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1931 Flamingo |
03-01-2022 @ 9:53 AM
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I believe most drill it out and then replace with same or slightly larger pin. Paul in CT
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kenburke |
02-28-2022 @ 12:24 PM
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Hi Mike, My key will no longer open the lock ball. So what is the best method of removing the pin that holds the key/cylinder in place? Thanks
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