Uh oh
#31
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Re: Uh oh
bizbee (tuberoo@earthlink.net) wrote on Wednesday 30 March 2005 09:55 pm:
> What am I in for here? I have a '80 CJ5. I discovered last week that I
> can start it without a key, even when it's in the locked position. Is
> this something I'm going to get so pissed off at trying to replace it
> that I'm better off just doling it out, or is it relatively straight
> forward?
> No, I'm not going to tell you where I live, it's in the garage anyway.
> Thanks.
Once you get the steering wheel off, it's not too bad. The Chilton CJ books
do a pretty good job of describing the procedure.
--
Michael White "To protect people from the effects of folly is to
fill the world with fools." -Herbert Spencer, 1891
> What am I in for here? I have a '80 CJ5. I discovered last week that I
> can start it without a key, even when it's in the locked position. Is
> this something I'm going to get so pissed off at trying to replace it
> that I'm better off just doling it out, or is it relatively straight
> forward?
> No, I'm not going to tell you where I live, it's in the garage anyway.
> Thanks.
Once you get the steering wheel off, it's not too bad. The Chilton CJ books
do a pretty good job of describing the procedure.
--
Michael White "To protect people from the effects of folly is to
fill the world with fools." -Herbert Spencer, 1891
#32
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Re: Uh oh
http://www.fieros.de/en/articles/steering.html
http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
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bizbee wrote:
>
> What am I in for here? I have a '80 CJ5. I discovered last week that I
> can start it without a key, even when it's in the locked position. Is
> this something I'm going to get so pissed off at trying to replace it
> that I'm better off just doling it out, or is it relatively straight
> forward?
> No, I'm not going to tell you where I live, it's in the garage anyway.
> Thanks.
http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
bizbee wrote:
>
> What am I in for here? I have a '80 CJ5. I discovered last week that I
> can start it without a key, even when it's in the locked position. Is
> this something I'm going to get so pissed off at trying to replace it
> that I'm better off just doling it out, or is it relatively straight
> forward?
> No, I'm not going to tell you where I live, it's in the garage anyway.
> Thanks.
#33
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Re: Uh oh
http://www.fieros.de/en/articles/steering.html
http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
bizbee wrote:
>
> What am I in for here? I have a '80 CJ5. I discovered last week that I
> can start it without a key, even when it's in the locked position. Is
> this something I'm going to get so pissed off at trying to replace it
> that I'm better off just doling it out, or is it relatively straight
> forward?
> No, I'm not going to tell you where I live, it's in the garage anyway.
> Thanks.
http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
bizbee wrote:
>
> What am I in for here? I have a '80 CJ5. I discovered last week that I
> can start it without a key, even when it's in the locked position. Is
> this something I'm going to get so pissed off at trying to replace it
> that I'm better off just doling it out, or is it relatively straight
> forward?
> No, I'm not going to tell you where I live, it's in the garage anyway.
> Thanks.
#34
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Re: Uh oh
http://www.fieros.de/en/articles/steering.html
http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
bizbee wrote:
>
> What am I in for here? I have a '80 CJ5. I discovered last week that I
> can start it without a key, even when it's in the locked position. Is
> this something I'm going to get so pissed off at trying to replace it
> that I'm better off just doling it out, or is it relatively straight
> forward?
> No, I'm not going to tell you where I live, it's in the garage anyway.
> Thanks.
http://www.chevyasylum.com/column/tiltcol.html
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
bizbee wrote:
>
> What am I in for here? I have a '80 CJ5. I discovered last week that I
> can start it without a key, even when it's in the locked position. Is
> this something I'm going to get so pissed off at trying to replace it
> that I'm better off just doling it out, or is it relatively straight
> forward?
> No, I'm not going to tell you where I live, it's in the garage anyway.
> Thanks.
#35
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Re: Uh oh
On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 18:30:50 UTC "Jeff Strickland"
<spamcatcher@yahoo.net> wrote:
>
> "bizbee" <tuberoo@earthlink.net> wrote in message
> news:SpW2e.2797$x4.2481@newsread1.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
> > On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:12:58 -0800 in
> > <MtKdnaFWk6PhstHfRVn-vg@ez2.net>, "Jeff Strickland"
> > <spamcatcher@yahoo.net> graced the world with this thought:
> >
> > >Mine can start in any position except Locked. Once the key is turned out
> of
> > >the locked position, I can take it out completely and leave it in my
> pocket
> > >until the ignition is turned back to the Locked position again.
> > >
> > >It is not too difficult to replace the lockset, but you will need to
> > >disassemble the steering column in the area. You will need a special tool
> to
> > >get the Lock Plate off to actually get to the lockset. The lockset itself
> it
> > >a standard GM part that you should be able to get from any parts store.
> The
> > >Special Tool is also available, it should cost something under $10, and
> > >AutoZone will let you use theirs for free. You will also need the
> steering
> > >wheel puller.
> > >
> > >
> > arrrgh... I forgot about pulling the steering wheel...
>
>
>
> Well, that is the easy part ...
Yep, getting that damned locking ring out of the slot is what always
gives me fits - never have found the right sort of expander to make it
easy.
--
Will Honea
<spamcatcher@yahoo.net> wrote:
>
> "bizbee" <tuberoo@earthlink.net> wrote in message
> news:SpW2e.2797$x4.2481@newsread1.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
> > On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:12:58 -0800 in
> > <MtKdnaFWk6PhstHfRVn-vg@ez2.net>, "Jeff Strickland"
> > <spamcatcher@yahoo.net> graced the world with this thought:
> >
> > >Mine can start in any position except Locked. Once the key is turned out
> of
> > >the locked position, I can take it out completely and leave it in my
> > >until the ignition is turned back to the Locked position again.
> > >
> > >It is not too difficult to replace the lockset, but you will need to
> > >disassemble the steering column in the area. You will need a special tool
> to
> > >get the Lock Plate off to actually get to the lockset. The lockset itself
> it
> > >a standard GM part that you should be able to get from any parts store.
> The
> > >Special Tool is also available, it should cost something under $10, and
> > >AutoZone will let you use theirs for free. You will also need the
> steering
> > >wheel puller.
> > >
> > >
> > arrrgh... I forgot about pulling the steering wheel...
>
>
>
> Well, that is the easy part ...
Yep, getting that damned locking ring out of the slot is what always
gives me fits - never have found the right sort of expander to make it
easy.
--
Will Honea
#36
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Re: Uh oh
On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 18:30:50 UTC "Jeff Strickland"
<spamcatcher@yahoo.net> wrote:
>
> "bizbee" <tuberoo@earthlink.net> wrote in message
> news:SpW2e.2797$x4.2481@newsread1.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
> > On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:12:58 -0800 in
> > <MtKdnaFWk6PhstHfRVn-vg@ez2.net>, "Jeff Strickland"
> > <spamcatcher@yahoo.net> graced the world with this thought:
> >
> > >Mine can start in any position except Locked. Once the key is turned out
> of
> > >the locked position, I can take it out completely and leave it in my
> pocket
> > >until the ignition is turned back to the Locked position again.
> > >
> > >It is not too difficult to replace the lockset, but you will need to
> > >disassemble the steering column in the area. You will need a special tool
> to
> > >get the Lock Plate off to actually get to the lockset. The lockset itself
> it
> > >a standard GM part that you should be able to get from any parts store.
> The
> > >Special Tool is also available, it should cost something under $10, and
> > >AutoZone will let you use theirs for free. You will also need the
> steering
> > >wheel puller.
> > >
> > >
> > arrrgh... I forgot about pulling the steering wheel...
>
>
>
> Well, that is the easy part ...
Yep, getting that damned locking ring out of the slot is what always
gives me fits - never have found the right sort of expander to make it
easy.
--
Will Honea
<spamcatcher@yahoo.net> wrote:
>
> "bizbee" <tuberoo@earthlink.net> wrote in message
> news:SpW2e.2797$x4.2481@newsread1.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
> > On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:12:58 -0800 in
> > <MtKdnaFWk6PhstHfRVn-vg@ez2.net>, "Jeff Strickland"
> > <spamcatcher@yahoo.net> graced the world with this thought:
> >
> > >Mine can start in any position except Locked. Once the key is turned out
> of
> > >the locked position, I can take it out completely and leave it in my
> > >until the ignition is turned back to the Locked position again.
> > >
> > >It is not too difficult to replace the lockset, but you will need to
> > >disassemble the steering column in the area. You will need a special tool
> to
> > >get the Lock Plate off to actually get to the lockset. The lockset itself
> it
> > >a standard GM part that you should be able to get from any parts store.
> The
> > >Special Tool is also available, it should cost something under $10, and
> > >AutoZone will let you use theirs for free. You will also need the
> steering
> > >wheel puller.
> > >
> > >
> > arrrgh... I forgot about pulling the steering wheel...
>
>
>
> Well, that is the easy part ...
Yep, getting that damned locking ring out of the slot is what always
gives me fits - never have found the right sort of expander to make it
easy.
--
Will Honea
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Re: Uh oh
On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 18:30:50 UTC "Jeff Strickland"
<spamcatcher@yahoo.net> wrote:
>
> "bizbee" <tuberoo@earthlink.net> wrote in message
> news:SpW2e.2797$x4.2481@newsread1.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
> > On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:12:58 -0800 in
> > <MtKdnaFWk6PhstHfRVn-vg@ez2.net>, "Jeff Strickland"
> > <spamcatcher@yahoo.net> graced the world with this thought:
> >
> > >Mine can start in any position except Locked. Once the key is turned out
> of
> > >the locked position, I can take it out completely and leave it in my
> pocket
> > >until the ignition is turned back to the Locked position again.
> > >
> > >It is not too difficult to replace the lockset, but you will need to
> > >disassemble the steering column in the area. You will need a special tool
> to
> > >get the Lock Plate off to actually get to the lockset. The lockset itself
> it
> > >a standard GM part that you should be able to get from any parts store.
> The
> > >Special Tool is also available, it should cost something under $10, and
> > >AutoZone will let you use theirs for free. You will also need the
> steering
> > >wheel puller.
> > >
> > >
> > arrrgh... I forgot about pulling the steering wheel...
>
>
>
> Well, that is the easy part ...
Yep, getting that damned locking ring out of the slot is what always
gives me fits - never have found the right sort of expander to make it
easy.
--
Will Honea
<spamcatcher@yahoo.net> wrote:
>
> "bizbee" <tuberoo@earthlink.net> wrote in message
> news:SpW2e.2797$x4.2481@newsread1.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
> > On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:12:58 -0800 in
> > <MtKdnaFWk6PhstHfRVn-vg@ez2.net>, "Jeff Strickland"
> > <spamcatcher@yahoo.net> graced the world with this thought:
> >
> > >Mine can start in any position except Locked. Once the key is turned out
> of
> > >the locked position, I can take it out completely and leave it in my
> > >until the ignition is turned back to the Locked position again.
> > >
> > >It is not too difficult to replace the lockset, but you will need to
> > >disassemble the steering column in the area. You will need a special tool
> to
> > >get the Lock Plate off to actually get to the lockset. The lockset itself
> it
> > >a standard GM part that you should be able to get from any parts store.
> The
> > >Special Tool is also available, it should cost something under $10, and
> > >AutoZone will let you use theirs for free. You will also need the
> steering
> > >wheel puller.
> > >
> > >
> > arrrgh... I forgot about pulling the steering wheel...
>
>
>
> Well, that is the easy part ...
Yep, getting that damned locking ring out of the slot is what always
gives me fits - never have found the right sort of expander to make it
easy.
--
Will Honea
#38
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Re: Uh oh
In article <JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-rM5dNWN3puRO@anon.none.net>,
Will Honea <whonea@yahoo.com> wrote:
>On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 18:30:50 UTC "Jeff Strickland"
><spamcatcher@yahoo.net> wrote:
>
>>
>> "bizbee" <tuberoo@earthlink.net> wrote in message
>> news:SpW2e.2797$x4.2481@newsread1.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
>> > On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:12:58 -0800 in
>> > <MtKdnaFWk6PhstHfRVn-vg@ez2.net>, "Jeff Strickland"
>> > <spamcatcher@yahoo.net> graced the world with this thought:
>> >
>> > >Mine can start in any position except Locked. Once the key is turned out
>> of
>> > >the locked position, I can take it out completely and leave it in my
>> pocket
>> > >until the ignition is turned back to the Locked position again.
>> > >
>> > >It is not too difficult to replace the lockset, but you will need to
>> > >disassemble the steering column in the area. You will need a special tool
>> to
>> > >get the Lock Plate off to actually get to the lockset. The lockset itself
>> it
>> > >a standard GM part that you should be able to get from any parts store.
>> The
>> > >Special Tool is also available, it should cost something under $10, and
>> > >AutoZone will let you use theirs for free. You will also need the
>> steering
>> > >wheel puller.
>> > >
>> > >
>> > arrrgh... I forgot about pulling the steering wheel...
>>
>>
>>
>> Well, that is the easy part ...
>
>Yep, getting that damned locking ring out of the slot is what always
>gives me fits - never have found the right sort of expander to make it
>easy.
>
>--
>Will Honea
You need the lock plate compressor as the previous poster stated.
It's easy to remove the plate with it. It worke the opposite of the
wheel puller. You attach the center shaft to the threads on the
steering column after the steering wheel is off, tighten down the
compressor nut to expose the lock ring, pry the lock ring off
with a nail or an icepick and the lock plate slides right off.
Nearly impossible without the proper tool. To reinstall the lockplate
compress it with the tool and push the lock ring back into the slot.
I just replaced the turn signal switch in my CJ last week so I went
thru the whole drill. It's relatively painless with the right tools.
Good Luck
Claude
Will Honea <whonea@yahoo.com> wrote:
>On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 18:30:50 UTC "Jeff Strickland"
><spamcatcher@yahoo.net> wrote:
>
>>
>> "bizbee" <tuberoo@earthlink.net> wrote in message
>> news:SpW2e.2797$x4.2481@newsread1.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
>> > On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:12:58 -0800 in
>> > <MtKdnaFWk6PhstHfRVn-vg@ez2.net>, "Jeff Strickland"
>> > <spamcatcher@yahoo.net> graced the world with this thought:
>> >
>> > >Mine can start in any position except Locked. Once the key is turned out
>> of
>> > >the locked position, I can take it out completely and leave it in my
>> > >until the ignition is turned back to the Locked position again.
>> > >
>> > >It is not too difficult to replace the lockset, but you will need to
>> > >disassemble the steering column in the area. You will need a special tool
>> to
>> > >get the Lock Plate off to actually get to the lockset. The lockset itself
>> it
>> > >a standard GM part that you should be able to get from any parts store.
>> The
>> > >Special Tool is also available, it should cost something under $10, and
>> > >AutoZone will let you use theirs for free. You will also need the
>> steering
>> > >wheel puller.
>> > >
>> > >
>> > arrrgh... I forgot about pulling the steering wheel...
>>
>>
>>
>> Well, that is the easy part ...
>
>Yep, getting that damned locking ring out of the slot is what always
>gives me fits - never have found the right sort of expander to make it
>easy.
>
>--
>Will Honea
You need the lock plate compressor as the previous poster stated.
It's easy to remove the plate with it. It worke the opposite of the
wheel puller. You attach the center shaft to the threads on the
steering column after the steering wheel is off, tighten down the
compressor nut to expose the lock ring, pry the lock ring off
with a nail or an icepick and the lock plate slides right off.
Nearly impossible without the proper tool. To reinstall the lockplate
compress it with the tool and push the lock ring back into the slot.
I just replaced the turn signal switch in my CJ last week so I went
thru the whole drill. It's relatively painless with the right tools.
Good Luck
Claude
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Re: Uh oh
In article <JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-rM5dNWN3puRO@anon.none.net>,
Will Honea <whonea@yahoo.com> wrote:
>On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 18:30:50 UTC "Jeff Strickland"
><spamcatcher@yahoo.net> wrote:
>
>>
>> "bizbee" <tuberoo@earthlink.net> wrote in message
>> news:SpW2e.2797$x4.2481@newsread1.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
>> > On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:12:58 -0800 in
>> > <MtKdnaFWk6PhstHfRVn-vg@ez2.net>, "Jeff Strickland"
>> > <spamcatcher@yahoo.net> graced the world with this thought:
>> >
>> > >Mine can start in any position except Locked. Once the key is turned out
>> of
>> > >the locked position, I can take it out completely and leave it in my
>> pocket
>> > >until the ignition is turned back to the Locked position again.
>> > >
>> > >It is not too difficult to replace the lockset, but you will need to
>> > >disassemble the steering column in the area. You will need a special tool
>> to
>> > >get the Lock Plate off to actually get to the lockset. The lockset itself
>> it
>> > >a standard GM part that you should be able to get from any parts store.
>> The
>> > >Special Tool is also available, it should cost something under $10, and
>> > >AutoZone will let you use theirs for free. You will also need the
>> steering
>> > >wheel puller.
>> > >
>> > >
>> > arrrgh... I forgot about pulling the steering wheel...
>>
>>
>>
>> Well, that is the easy part ...
>
>Yep, getting that damned locking ring out of the slot is what always
>gives me fits - never have found the right sort of expander to make it
>easy.
>
>--
>Will Honea
You need the lock plate compressor as the previous poster stated.
It's easy to remove the plate with it. It worke the opposite of the
wheel puller. You attach the center shaft to the threads on the
steering column after the steering wheel is off, tighten down the
compressor nut to expose the lock ring, pry the lock ring off
with a nail or an icepick and the lock plate slides right off.
Nearly impossible without the proper tool. To reinstall the lockplate
compress it with the tool and push the lock ring back into the slot.
I just replaced the turn signal switch in my CJ last week so I went
thru the whole drill. It's relatively painless with the right tools.
Good Luck
Claude
Will Honea <whonea@yahoo.com> wrote:
>On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 18:30:50 UTC "Jeff Strickland"
><spamcatcher@yahoo.net> wrote:
>
>>
>> "bizbee" <tuberoo@earthlink.net> wrote in message
>> news:SpW2e.2797$x4.2481@newsread1.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
>> > On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:12:58 -0800 in
>> > <MtKdnaFWk6PhstHfRVn-vg@ez2.net>, "Jeff Strickland"
>> > <spamcatcher@yahoo.net> graced the world with this thought:
>> >
>> > >Mine can start in any position except Locked. Once the key is turned out
>> of
>> > >the locked position, I can take it out completely and leave it in my
>> > >until the ignition is turned back to the Locked position again.
>> > >
>> > >It is not too difficult to replace the lockset, but you will need to
>> > >disassemble the steering column in the area. You will need a special tool
>> to
>> > >get the Lock Plate off to actually get to the lockset. The lockset itself
>> it
>> > >a standard GM part that you should be able to get from any parts store.
>> The
>> > >Special Tool is also available, it should cost something under $10, and
>> > >AutoZone will let you use theirs for free. You will also need the
>> steering
>> > >wheel puller.
>> > >
>> > >
>> > arrrgh... I forgot about pulling the steering wheel...
>>
>>
>>
>> Well, that is the easy part ...
>
>Yep, getting that damned locking ring out of the slot is what always
>gives me fits - never have found the right sort of expander to make it
>easy.
>
>--
>Will Honea
You need the lock plate compressor as the previous poster stated.
It's easy to remove the plate with it. It worke the opposite of the
wheel puller. You attach the center shaft to the threads on the
steering column after the steering wheel is off, tighten down the
compressor nut to expose the lock ring, pry the lock ring off
with a nail or an icepick and the lock plate slides right off.
Nearly impossible without the proper tool. To reinstall the lockplate
compress it with the tool and push the lock ring back into the slot.
I just replaced the turn signal switch in my CJ last week so I went
thru the whole drill. It's relatively painless with the right tools.
Good Luck
Claude
#40
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Re: Uh oh
In article <JxX2tWiP5BNp-pn2-rM5dNWN3puRO@anon.none.net>,
Will Honea <whonea@yahoo.com> wrote:
>On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 18:30:50 UTC "Jeff Strickland"
><spamcatcher@yahoo.net> wrote:
>
>>
>> "bizbee" <tuberoo@earthlink.net> wrote in message
>> news:SpW2e.2797$x4.2481@newsread1.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
>> > On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:12:58 -0800 in
>> > <MtKdnaFWk6PhstHfRVn-vg@ez2.net>, "Jeff Strickland"
>> > <spamcatcher@yahoo.net> graced the world with this thought:
>> >
>> > >Mine can start in any position except Locked. Once the key is turned out
>> of
>> > >the locked position, I can take it out completely and leave it in my
>> pocket
>> > >until the ignition is turned back to the Locked position again.
>> > >
>> > >It is not too difficult to replace the lockset, but you will need to
>> > >disassemble the steering column in the area. You will need a special tool
>> to
>> > >get the Lock Plate off to actually get to the lockset. The lockset itself
>> it
>> > >a standard GM part that you should be able to get from any parts store.
>> The
>> > >Special Tool is also available, it should cost something under $10, and
>> > >AutoZone will let you use theirs for free. You will also need the
>> steering
>> > >wheel puller.
>> > >
>> > >
>> > arrrgh... I forgot about pulling the steering wheel...
>>
>>
>>
>> Well, that is the easy part ...
>
>Yep, getting that damned locking ring out of the slot is what always
>gives me fits - never have found the right sort of expander to make it
>easy.
>
>--
>Will Honea
You need the lock plate compressor as the previous poster stated.
It's easy to remove the plate with it. It worke the opposite of the
wheel puller. You attach the center shaft to the threads on the
steering column after the steering wheel is off, tighten down the
compressor nut to expose the lock ring, pry the lock ring off
with a nail or an icepick and the lock plate slides right off.
Nearly impossible without the proper tool. To reinstall the lockplate
compress it with the tool and push the lock ring back into the slot.
I just replaced the turn signal switch in my CJ last week so I went
thru the whole drill. It's relatively painless with the right tools.
Good Luck
Claude
Will Honea <whonea@yahoo.com> wrote:
>On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 18:30:50 UTC "Jeff Strickland"
><spamcatcher@yahoo.net> wrote:
>
>>
>> "bizbee" <tuberoo@earthlink.net> wrote in message
>> news:SpW2e.2797$x4.2481@newsread1.news.pas.earthli nk.net...
>> > On Thu, 31 Mar 2005 09:12:58 -0800 in
>> > <MtKdnaFWk6PhstHfRVn-vg@ez2.net>, "Jeff Strickland"
>> > <spamcatcher@yahoo.net> graced the world with this thought:
>> >
>> > >Mine can start in any position except Locked. Once the key is turned out
>> of
>> > >the locked position, I can take it out completely and leave it in my
>> > >until the ignition is turned back to the Locked position again.
>> > >
>> > >It is not too difficult to replace the lockset, but you will need to
>> > >disassemble the steering column in the area. You will need a special tool
>> to
>> > >get the Lock Plate off to actually get to the lockset. The lockset itself
>> it
>> > >a standard GM part that you should be able to get from any parts store.
>> The
>> > >Special Tool is also available, it should cost something under $10, and
>> > >AutoZone will let you use theirs for free. You will also need the
>> steering
>> > >wheel puller.
>> > >
>> > >
>> > arrrgh... I forgot about pulling the steering wheel...
>>
>>
>>
>> Well, that is the easy part ...
>
>Yep, getting that damned locking ring out of the slot is what always
>gives me fits - never have found the right sort of expander to make it
>easy.
>
>--
>Will Honea
You need the lock plate compressor as the previous poster stated.
It's easy to remove the plate with it. It worke the opposite of the
wheel puller. You attach the center shaft to the threads on the
steering column after the steering wheel is off, tighten down the
compressor nut to expose the lock ring, pry the lock ring off
with a nail or an icepick and the lock plate slides right off.
Nearly impossible without the proper tool. To reinstall the lockplate
compress it with the tool and push the lock ring back into the slot.
I just replaced the turn signal switch in my CJ last week so I went
thru the whole drill. It's relatively painless with the right tools.
Good Luck
Claude