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Eagle1 · 06-18-2003, 08:17 PM

I need some help, at first the truck was not starting because it would not turn over in the key start position, I had to jumper the remote solenoid and it would start in the run position. Now when I turn the ignition key nothing happens no idiot lights nothing. The key turns easily, its not moving the ignition switch, the steering wheel will unlock, but I cant shift the auto trans. It’s a tilt column. Any help will be appreciated.
Thanks Eagle

**old Rusty C10** · 06-18-2003, 09:22 PM

something broke int here either the metal piece at the bottom of the key switch or the thing it sets in in the electric part of it

apstguy · 06-19-2003, 12:39 AM

Sounds like either the linkage & starter switch is bad or the ignition cylinder went south. Or both. You won't know until you tear apart the column.

79BIG10 · 06-19-2003, 11:25 PM

Sounds like the ignition lock cylinder has broken the metal shaft that moves the rod that moves the positon of the ignition switch on the column itself. Best thing to do it to tear apart the column and see what might have broken. Here's a great link to help you out. http://home.t-online.de/home/O_Scholz/steering.html If you need more help let me know. I've torn into my old one a few times. BTW: the gear compressor is a must!! You can rent for free (requires a small deposit) them at Auto Zone.

apstguy · 06-19-2003, 11:27 PM

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Originally posted by 79BIG10
Sounds like the ignition lock cylinder has broken the metal shaft that moves the rod that moves the positon of the ignition switch on the column itself. Best thing to do it to tear apart the column and see what might have broken. Here's a great link to help you out. http://home.t-online.de/home/O_Scholz/steering.html If you need more help let me know. I've torn into my old one a few times. BTW: the gear compressor is a must!! You can rent for free (requires a small deposit) them at Auto Zone.

Do you mean lock-plate compressor? You'll definitly need that.

79BIG10 · 06-19-2003, 11:31 PM

DOH!! Yeah that's it

Eagle1 · 06-20-2003, 10:38 AM

I tore down the column and found the ignition switch rack was broken at the end where it connects to the rod. I called the dealer and they have a kit for it. So now i need to get the pivot pins out.
Thanks guys
Eagle

1984_usmcgmc · 12-08-2003, 08:28 PM

This is exactly what happened to me how hard was it to replace i got the column tore down to the pivot pin removal

Russell · 12-08-2003, 08:49 PM

I just made myself a two in one steering wheel remover / locking plate compressor tool out of a small slab of steel and a couple bolts

I tore into a steering column at the wreckers the other day, and actually got mine apart before the other guy who paid 10 dollars to borrow the tool from the wreckers

I ended up taking his apart too after he gave up :P

**old Rusty C10** · 12-08-2003, 10:51 PM

lol ive got a column for sale if ya need a whole column

06-18-2003, 08:17 PM	#1
Eagle1 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 13	Lock cylinder ??? I need some help, at first the truck was not starting because it would not turn over in the key start position, I had to jumper the remote solenoid and it would start in the run position. Now when I turn the ignition key nothing happens no idiot lights nothing. The key turns easily, its not moving the ignition switch, the steering wheel will unlock, but I cant shift the auto trans. It’s a tilt column. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks Eagle __________________ 77 C10 truck 355/TH350, 10:1 KB's, COMP XE256H, EDELBROCK PERFORMER, CARTER 600 CARB.

06-18-2003, 09:22 PM	#2
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	something broke int here either the metal piece at the bottom of the key switch or the thing it sets in in the electric part of it __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

06-19-2003, 12:39 AM	#3
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,087	Sounds like either the linkage & starter switch is bad or the ignition cylinder went south. Or both. You won't know until you tear apart the column. __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

06-19-2003, 11:25 PM	#4
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,774	Sounds like the ignition lock cylinder has broken the metal shaft that moves the rod that moves the positon of the ignition switch on the column itself. Best thing to do it to tear apart the column and see what might have broken. Here's a great link to help you out. http://home.t-online.de/home/O_Scholz/steering.html If you need more help let me know. I've torn into my old one a few times. BTW: the gear compressor is a must!! You can rent for free (requires a small deposit) them at Auto Zone. __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

06-19-2003, 11:31 PM	#6
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,774	DOH!! Yeah that's it __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

06-20-2003, 10:38 AM	#7
Eagle1 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 13	Ignition switch rack I tore down the column and found the ignition switch rack was broken at the end where it connects to the rod. I called the dealer and they have a kit for it. So now i need to get the pivot pins out. Thanks guys Eagle __________________ 77 C10 truck 355/TH350, 10:1 KB's, COMP XE256H, EDELBROCK PERFORMER, CARTER 600 CARB.

12-08-2003, 08:28 PM	#8
1984_usmcgmc Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 6	This is exactly what happened to me how hard was it to replace i got the column tore down to the pivot pin removal

12-08-2003, 08:49 PM	#9
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	I just made myself a two in one steering wheel remover / locking plate compressor tool out of a small slab of steel and a couple bolts I tore into a steering column at the wreckers the other day, and actually got mine apart before the other guy who paid 10 dollars to borrow the tool from the wreckers I ended up taking his apart too after he gave up :P __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

12-08-2003, 10:51 PM	#10
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	lol ive got a column for sale if ya need a whole column __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

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