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andyc1234
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2nd Apr 07 at 10:48   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote

did a stupid thing last night tried to use my key to prod something and snapped it. i managed to wegde both bits in the ignition and start the car but half of it is stuck in now. ive ordered a new key from vauxhall. just wondering if anyone has any tips for removing the stump from my ignition not really had much chance to inspect it yet

[Edited on 02-04-2007 by andyc1234]
Dean_W
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If theres non sticking out to get a grip on, your pretty much fucked. Best bet is to remove the ignition barrel assembly and have a jiggery pokery.
andyc1234
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well the ignition swith is at the end of the barrel so i was thinking it might be open ended at the other end if i can get that off. its the last 3/4 " that broke off i was lucky to get both bits in and start it cos i was miles away from home not got a spare key either
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andyc1234
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guy at vauxhall said its a shit to take the barrel apart but looks like its gonna have to be done i can still start the car with my stump of key so i might just leave it be
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quote:
Originally posted by andyc1234
guy at vauxhall said its a shit to take the barrel apart but looks like its gonna have to be done i can still start the car with my stump of key so i might just leave it be


makes easier to pinch though

 
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