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Ignition lock replacement.....please help.

Posted: 13 Aug 2008, 18:35
by Barongreenback
Hi all, does anyone know how to remove the old ignition lock at all?

Been trying to replace mine but there are no screws or anything.
There is a plate at the side which moves a bit but it looks like it has some metal tabbs pushed in to stop it from comming out, I dug at them a bit but didnt seem to make any difference.I also looked at the bottom of the ignition housing where the plug pushes on, there are two small tabs in a white plastic part which you can push outwards a bit but when I try to push them and pull, it won't budge either.
I am worried i'm gonna brake summit, so if anyone can give some guidance that wud be right grand that wud!
Cheers!

ignition barrel

Posted: 13 Aug 2008, 21:56
by colinMSC
the easiest way is to offer up the new barrel and mark the coresponding point on the barrel casing where the retaining spring sits , and drill a small hole in it [3mm] .
then turn the key to the first position, push a punch into the hole and pull on the key .
one other way is to grind the side of the barrel away and use a pick to push the retainer in

Posted: 14 Aug 2008, 12:25
by Barongreenback
Sweet!! thankyou for your help I shall give it a go tonight.
Best regards.