how do i get the ignition switch out of my 1977 chevy truck

1977 CHEVROLET CUSTOM DELUXE
150,000 MILES
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GETEM17
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my ignition key is stuck in the running position. most chevys this age range have a pinhole to release the spring and pull the ignition switch. this one doesnt. i have the ignition section of the colum (spelling?) out of the truck and dont see any release mechanism of any type, can you help? i can send more pics if that would help answer me. thanks
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Feb 5, 2012 at 11:51 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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Our reference material doesn't go back that far. And it's been a decade or so since I've worked on one of these.
Feb 6, 2012 at 12:57 AM
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