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Old Mar 20, 2012 | 11:49 AM
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1973 tele key moves to on but then won'tgo to start. Wast working fine until last night. sounds like it could be the switch, any help would be greatful. Not sure how to replace, Thank, Jer-bear
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Old Mar 20, 2012 | 01:16 PM
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Lots of threads on this problem - Make sure to follow the directions word-for-word and the job is reasonable (replacing the keyway). There is one special tool needed ('Bridge Tool') since you have a T&T wheel - I got mine at Autozone - you can borrow it from them as well.

Here's mine: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...y-turning.html

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