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Old 12-19-2014, 02:44 PM
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How do you remove the switch if you don't have the key? Are you SOL?
Typically you call a locksmith or drill out the cylinder...not that complicated....

If somebody saved the punch out section of the original keys the code on there can be used to make a new key...
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Originally Posted by Zoomin
How do you remove the switch if you don't have the key? Are you SOL?
You call a locksmith, or fire up the drill press.
Old 12-19-2014, 02:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Frankie the Fink
Typically you call a locksmith or drill out the cylinder...not that complicated....

If somebody saved the punch out section of the original keys the code on there can be used to make a new key...
Everything seems to be complicated on a 63. If I drill it out, then I have to replace it.
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Originally Posted by JohnZ
You call a locksmith, or fire up the drill press.
Think I'll be calling a locksmith.

I've never been able to lock it since I bought it, just turn and start with no key. Life couldn't be simpler, eh?

Thanks guys.
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Originally Posted by Zoomin
Everything seems to be complicated on a 63. If I drill it out, then I have to replace it.
It would have been the same problem on any '60s GM car, not just a split window vette. I'd bite the bullet and get the locksmith if you think your lock cylinder is original....be kind of a shame to destroy it.

Since you can drive it - then taking it to the locksmith might save you some bucks over a housecall
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Default How to remove ignition lock cylinder on a 1966 ??

Hey guys, helping my dad out on his '66. We can't seem to figure out where we are supposed to insert the "paper clip" as there are no visible holes. There does seem to be an opening at the bottom though. Thoughts?

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check with the c3 section. jim
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That's NOT a '66
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Thank you, misunderstood the old man since were speaking spanish over here. 66 sounds very similar to 76. Will move over to C3.



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