CJ-7 Key Ignition Removal Woes
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- 1983 and 1985 Frankstein CJ-7 with some YJ for added measure
I followed some on-line videos on how to remove the ignition cylinder on my 1985 jeep which could be started without a key inserted. The videos all show that the cylinder slides out really nice and easy once you lift the turn signal insert, remove the screw holding in the cylinder, and then easily slide it out. Mine turns nicely but it won't slide out. I've tried every position of the key, with the key inserted, with the key removed and nothing. I've pulled it hard with long nose pliers for all combinations of key inserted. I'm as a loss. I've used some penetrating oil also with no luck. I'm about ready to drill it out but at this point I can still start it with a screw driver so reluctant to make matters even worse.
Please share your collective wisdom. Mitch S.
Please share your collective wisdom. Mitch S.