I do not have keys to my truck. 66 F100, 2wd, V8, and what looks like a push button.

I have been hotwiring the solenoid to move it around. But I do not have full use of the electical stuff in the truck. At least thats what I hope the problem is


anyone have tips on how to remove the old ignition switch?

As far as I am concerned, a BFH (big ford hammer) and a blow torch are not out of the question.

also, where is a good source to buy a replacement?

 

The OEM Key Number is stamped on the pasenger side door lock cylinder keyway top. Any keymaker or locksmith or FoMoCo dealer that deals in or has Curtis Key blanks & punch should be able to punch (make you) a new key. . . . . .

If that doesn't work drill the keyhole of the ignition lock cylinder using a 3/8" bit, blow shards & debris out with airgun. Use a flat tip screwdriver to turn lock cylinder to acc position (full counterclockwise) depress lock pin (it's in small hole @ 8:00 position on lock cylinder face plate) with a paperclip or paperclip diameter sized drift punch, turn lock cylinder the rest of way counterclockwise, then pull out to remove lock cylinder.
Go to FoMoCo Dealer & Buy a new lock cylinder set & replace all keylock cylinders. It will get you back to the OEM set up where 1 key will service whole vehicle again. If not you may need several keys all shaped the same to lock/unlock everything. get a spare key & hide it someplace in/ on you Slick for the next time you can't find a key.

FBp

 

Thanks for the info.

The ford dealer laughed at me. But I found a locksmith that hooked me up.

glad I didnt start to hack the lock out just yet.

 

Just for the record if this happens to anyone else Lockworks makes an aftermarket lock cylinder & keys for a song. Also Wells makes the ignition switch. You can find the stuff at places like Autozone. Even better you wont have to try to find an employee old enough to understand reading paper catalogs. The parts are common enough to be listed in the mighty database. Any keyboard jockey with knowledge of the alphabet should be able to find the stuff for you.

 

I was pretty stoked that I could get the key so easily. Just called the locksmith and he took the numbers, then 12 dollars later I was in business.

That is until I broke the ignition switch. But that was easily sourced through napa.


As for autozone...

I used to go there because I was boycotting the napa in the town I lived in. (there isnt one local to me now). Well, I had a 67 mustang that had the spindles and disk brakes from a granada (common swap), a 351w from a truck (wasnt stock for that year), and a 9" from a random ford car (never found out what it was from).

Getting parts from there was a pita. Although it was kind of fun. I could really confuse them when the part wasnt in thier computer.

 

HM,
Glad it worked out for ya. I don't remember how many times I have done that in the gray and distant past. I was taught that's how to get a Ford key in late 50s when I was a "Lot Boy", working after school at a local FoMoCo dealership.

Also can't recall how many dashboards & ignition switches I've seen torn up by folks not seeking help with that problem. There are similar "Secret Methods" around other FoMoCo security, like keyless entry or manipulating electronic security in ECM/ECUs & so forth. Another one is gaining access to peoples personal computers even tho they supposedly got secure passwords and/or other security set ups in place.

After learning such methods from a standpoint of technician, I understand why they say "locks only prevent honest people from stealing" or "locks only keep honest people honest". There are lots of other examples of easily breechable security also, but enuff.

I've had many problems with either a local Autozone, or Wells electronic replacement parts they sell. It's difficult to say for sure which one is at fault. Most problems were in servicing/ repairing Automotive ECU & ECM (computer) problems. Relays that do not work correctly & sensors with incorrect parameters or values & so forth. It is difficult to reason or to argue with people suffering from extreme ignorance.

My client had a wells electronic voltage regulator. He'd smoke his 12v alternator for no apparent reason. I replaced 3 alternators. On 3rd one his "limited lifetime" Autozone Warranty expired. I deduced problem was most likely a Wells voltage reg' he replaced just before 1st Alternator quit. When we put 3rd Alternator on we also replaced Wells regulator with a Motorcraft. It ended his alternator problems.
I usually R&R both Alt & V-Reg at same time, but since it was "new" I did not. Same thing with 2nd Alternator which was only a few days old when it went. On 3rd Alt, I insisted he replace V-Reg too, or I wouldn't "replace" his Alternator "for free". I had to agree if I was wrong I'd pay for his MotorCraft V-Reg. I was not wrong & 3rd alt lasted years & years. I did not have to reimburse him for the MotorCraft V-Regulator either.

I now use MotorCraft or Echlin from NAPA, but no more Wells electronic parts thank you very much. You see in 1st place Autozones' warranty doesn't cover my labor for re-replacing things, plus incorrect or faulty parts both do damage to my reputation & inconvenience my clients at same time. Who do you suppose inconvenienced clients get upset with, Autozone? not very likely.

FBp

 

The switch came apart when I was trying to get the wires off the back. I had to hot wire it to move it.

I like the part about locks keeping honest people honest.