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solidaxel · 05-06-2007, 08:00 PM

I have a tilt column in my 55 GMC and I need to replace the key lock. How many different locks are there? It was a automatic without the dimmer switch and the indicator is NOT mounted on the column.
I went to a car show and entered the truck and left the keys in the ignition and some a$$ took my keys. I guess that is what I get for trusting people!!
Thanks for the help

Restrorob · 05-06-2007, 10:20 PM

If you take the old one out then take it to a NAPA auto parts store they should be able to match it up with the description you posted.

**Zoomad75** · 05-07-2007, 10:58 AM

IIRC, the lock cylinder on the column is pretty much the same piece for tilt/non tilt or with the dimmer or without. Problem is you usually need the key in the lock to be able to remove the lock cylinder from the column.

solidaxel · 05-07-2007, 11:18 AM

No problem there I have a second key but I don't want the a$$ running around with a set of keys to my truck!
Looks like I will need to change the door locks also, but I have another set of doors so I will remove the handles and trade the locks out, after I have keys made!!!! So what you are saying is all the lock cylinders are the same for GM's!

05-06-2007, 08:00 PM	#1
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Column Ignition keylock I have a tilt column in my 55 GMC and I need to replace the key lock. How many different locks are there? It was a automatic without the dimmer switch and the indicator is NOT mounted on the column. I went to a car show and entered the truck and left the keys in the ignition and some a$$ took my keys. I guess that is what I get for trusting people!! Thanks for the help __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

05-06-2007, 10:20 PM	#2
Restrorob The One And Only !!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hole in the woods Florida Posts: 4,567	Re: Column Ignition keylock If you take the old one out then take it to a NAPA auto parts store they should be able to match it up with the description you posted. __________________ 93 Jeep XJ 88 Buick La Sabra Toys; 88 TA-GTA in the works.... 97 GMC Ext. Cab 502 Crate 5 Spd......Sucks Gas But Haulz Azz ! The primary function of an Engineer is to make it difficult for the Fabricator and impossible for the Mechanic. *"Why go out preserved when you can go out beat up, worn out, sliding in sideways screaming, Holy Sh!t What A Ride" !!!*

05-07-2007, 10:58 AM	#3
Zoomad75 K5Camper Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Pueblo, CO Posts: 1,513	Re: Column Ignition keylock IIRC, the lock cylinder on the column is pretty much the same piece for tilt/non tilt or with the dimmer or without. Problem is you usually need the key in the lock to be able to remove the lock cylinder from the column. __________________ Rob Z. 1975 K5 350/465/205/D44/12b 4" lift on 35's- RIP 1991 K5 8.1L/NV4500/241/D44/14b FWC Camper

05-07-2007, 11:18 AM	#4
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: Column Ignition keylock No problem there I have a second key but I don't want the a$$ running around with a set of keys to my truck! Looks like I will need to change the door locks also, but I have another set of doors so I will remove the handles and trade the locks out, after I have keys made!!!! So what you are saying is all the lock cylinders are the same for GM's! __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42



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