ignition key gets caught, doesn't turn.
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Cargo Master
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From: Bakersfield, CA
ignition key gets caught, doesn't turn.
A couple weeks ago when trying to start my truck for the 14th time that day, the key all of the sudden didn't want to turn right, if I fidgeted with it for a sec it might go once but not twice in a row.
Sprayed with lube and didn't help. Used a new spare key I had and it didn't help.
So do I need to replace just the inside lock tumbler or the whole switch assy?
Thank you.
Sprayed with lube and didn't help. Used a new spare key I had and it didn't help.
So do I need to replace just the inside lock tumbler or the whole switch assy?
Thank you.
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Cargo Master
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Laughing Gas
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From: Newton Illinois
I had that problem with my 55 what I did as a temporary fix was take the lock cylinder out and removed all but 1 of the brass tumblers, that was over a year ago.
It proves the saying that there is nothing more permanent than a temporary fix that works.
First I removed all of the tumblers but discovered that the key would just fall out of the ignition so I put 1 back in
Afte thinking about the fact that anyone who had the slightest clue what they were doing could start my truck in 15 seconds with a couple alligator clip jumpers
I decided I was just leaving it as is. I am just relying on the no exterior door handles, unmarked Hurst shifter T handle, starter push button and clutch pedal for security
It proves the saying that there is nothing more permanent than a temporary fix that works.
First I removed all of the tumblers but discovered that the key would just fall out of the ignition so I put 1 back in
Afte thinking about the fact that anyone who had the slightest clue what they were doing could start my truck in 15 seconds with a couple alligator clip jumpers
I decided I was just leaving it as is. I am just relying on the no exterior door handles, unmarked Hurst shifter T handle, starter push button and clutch pedal for security
Last edited by lshort; Yesterday at 07:57 PM.
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