> This post goes out all midgteers who have replacement keys for their cars.
> It will only apply to those with locking columns. The key to mine was
> stolen (amoung other things) and I need to get a replacement. The problem
> is, no locksmith claims to have books that go back that far for them to even
> have a blank to start from. So, the question is, what blanks were used for
> your duplicates? The alternative is to take the old lock out and have it
> rekeyed on a locksmith's bench. The problem here is in getting the old one
> out. I have the column cover off and have tried the cold chisel/slot
> routine without success. I don't have enough clearance to get a good hit on
> the screw head. I don't have a dremel tool or it would be done. Any other
> thoughts?
I ended up grinding and drilling the whole assembly off (w/ steering wheel,
column stalks and cowling removed) and fitting a brand new one...
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