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Re: newbie/lock question

To: datsunmike <datsunmike@nyc.rr.com>
Subject: Re: newbie/lock question
From: Vicki Burrows <gregnvicki@earthlink.net>
Date: Wed, 13 Feb 2002 20:30:55 -0800
Wire in a kill switch!
Greg

datsunmike wrote:

> I really don't think a perp will unscrew the ignition lock. More likely
> they'll use a slide hammer with a screw bit and yank the lock mechanism out
> or use a sledge and large screw driver and use the screw driver to turn the
> ignition switch.
>
> Honest people don't think the way criminals do.
>
> Use regular screws, it'll be fine.
>
> Mike
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Patrick J. Horne" <horne@cs.utexas.edu>
> To: "Moon Lockwood" <moon@sasquatch.com>
> Cc: <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2002 1:03 PM
> Subject: Re: newbie/lock question
>
> > The lock is held to the steering column with 4 bolts that have no slot or
> > flats on them to get them out. When thew were installed they had
> > extensions on them that twist off under torque. There are two ways that I
> > have used to get them out. One is to use a cold chisle on them, using the
> > chisle to turn the bolt heads. The other is to use a moto tool, or other
> > grinder to cut a slot in each bolt head, then use a screwdriver bit to
> > back them out. The correct bolts should still be available from the
> > dealer, or you can just thread in some standard bolts or screws, but this
> > just makes it easier for someone to remove the column lock.
> >
> > Peace,
> > Pat
> >
> > - Support Habitat for Humanity, A "hand up", not a "hand out" -
> >
> > Pat Horne, Network Manager, Shop Supervisor, Future planner
> > CS Dept, University of Texas, Austin, Tx. 78712 USA
> > voice (512)471-9730, fax (512)471-8885, horne@cs.utexas.edu
> >
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