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1985 GMC Other 85 heritage dashboard ignition

Tiny
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I broke the key to the ignition, then a piece was misplaced. I need to know how to disassemble the inner part of the ignition without the key. I learned that you need the key to get it to come apart. It states to use a safety pin and the original key for it to part away from the outer dashboard piece. I cannot due to key being misplaced.
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Tuesday, June 25th, 2013 AT 1:02 PM

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Tiny
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The key is designed to be removed in the "on" position. If you don't have a working key, it is going to involve some precision drilling and I suggest you get a locksmith for that so you don't ruin the entire housing.
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Tuesday, June 25th, 2013 AT 1:43 PM
Tiny
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He already drilled it out just now. Is there Smyth mg we can do even if unprofessionally to be able to remove and replace it now?
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Tuesday, June 25th, 2013 AT 1:47 PM
Tiny
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If it was done correctly it will slide right out.
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Tuesday, June 25th, 2013 AT 1:57 PM

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