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Ignition Lock Cylinder Replacement

HelluvaEngineer

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I am replacing some parts in my M1009 steering column and while I'm in there I wanted to replace the lock cylinder to one that doesn't have the universal CUCV key.

Also, I pretty much have to now as the face of it just broke off as I was trying to remove it.
What is the trick to get it to release? It looks like on my 1984 it's the style where it has a tab in the back that you are supposed to depress.

In a related note, I just realized that the replacement I bought is the standard type where there is a pin that goes through a hole to retain the lock and then a screw over the top to retain that.
Is it possible to convert it to that style?

I will add some attachments to provide context.
Thanks in advance.

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WWRD99

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Looks like you took the bolt out that holds it in . Pop the key in and turn it to run and it'll pull out.

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HelluvaEngineer

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There was nothing in that hole. In my case I think this is the older 70's style release that is farther back.

Honestly if I don't figure this out in the next couple of days I'm gonna jam a small screwdriver in the back slot and liberally apply the slide hammer.
 

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There was nothing in that hole. In my case I think this is the older 70's style release that is farther back.

Honestly if I don't figure this out in the next couple of days I'm gonna jam a small screwdriver in the back slot and liberally apply the slide hammer.
Ok did you turn the key to run and pull on it?

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HelluvaEngineer

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Yes, absolutely. That's when the cheapo cast cover broke off. What I'm trying to explain is that I think there were two versions of the lock cylinder. Some if the 84's apparently have this style. I do not have the pin nor the cover screw that most of them have.
 

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Yes, absolutely. That's when the cheapo cast cover broke off. What I'm trying to explain is that I think there were two versions of the lock cylinder. Some if the 84's apparently have this style. I do not have the pin nor the cover screw that most of them have.
Well I got nothing for ya then. I've rebuilt dozens of these straight columns and tilt ones and never had a problem pulling them out. You shouldn't pull on that cover just pull on the key wiggling it around to get it to release.

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WWRD99

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I've found that most of the M1009 owners have the newer models with the forward radio mounts. Unfortunately, mine seems to be a very early one. Apparently I got some leftover parts.
Ohhh now I see where you're at. There's a slot that you can pop a pocket screw driver in and push in the lock retainer. That's odd that is in that truck. I think you can use the new style with the bolt but not sure. Might be easier to get the older style.

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