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Nov 23, 2007 | 07:50 PM

6578trk

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Ignition cyl switch

Bought a 60 f-100. Been setting for 10 years. Seller had no keys. Bought a new lock cylinder with keys, but cant figure out how to get old cyl out. Any suggestions? Thanks Bill

Nov 23, 2007 | 08:40 PM

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Locksmith

are you an CAA or AAA member?

Nov 24, 2007 | 08:02 PM

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They intentionally made these hard to remove. Not sure about that one specifically, but on many there is a pin that has to be tapped out. At least yours was before the steering wheel lockout was introduced which can complicate matters.

Nov 24, 2007 | 08:28 PM

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What do you mean by tapped out? As in my wallet , or with a hammer and pin. LOL
So if I drive it thru it will come out or do I pull it out? Any suggestions helpful. Thanks Bill

Nov 25, 2007 | 11:10 AM

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Lock cylinder removal on that switch is very similar to removal on a modern vehicle. The switch must be in a certain position to remove the cylinder (I think is it ACC on yours). You then push a pin inside the little hole below the key slot, turn the lock back slightly and it will pull right out. Of course, this is assuming you have a key for the old lock cylinder.
If you don't have a key, the best and easiest bet is a locksmith, but that can get pricy.
Trying to drill out the cylinder or force it into position will usually damage the switch housing. You may want to consider a new switch and lock cylinder. You'd have to destroy the old cylinder to get the retaining nut (bezel) off of the old switch.
If it was me, I would make sure a switch was available in case of damage. Then start grinding away at the old cylinder with a die grinder. If grinding is a sucess, the job is done. If I damaged the switch housing, then I'd get the replacement.

Ya know what? If I remember correctly, those locks are a simple split pin type just like door locks. I've picked a lot of those type locks but not an ignition lock specifically, it's usually very easy. If you want to experiment, read up on lock picking and give it a try. Just a thought.

Nov 25, 2007 | 02:56 PM

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1960....That would be a triangle style head type key ..correct ?

Gather up as many as you can and try them first.

Nov 26, 2007 | 09:37 AM

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Ended up breaking the switch housing so went back to O'Rilleys and ordered the whole new switch which includes the new lock cylinder and keys for $17. Paid $9 for lock cylinder, so for $8 I could've saved myself a lot of grief. Sometimes it doesn't pay to be a tightass. maybe that's why I couldn't make it as a car thief?LOL Thanks for all the help. Bill