Finally got to the bottom of the ignition switch problem. Got my new housing and switch in, then used a sawzall to cut through the old switch, carefully measuring so as not to mess up the plug from the dash. What I found was that the part inside the housing that turns to release the switch from the housing was broken off and would not allow it to disconnect, which is why I couldn't pull the plug out of the housing. Replaced the housing and the switch. It's working, but when I put the black collar back on over the key tumbler, when i got it screwed down, the key would not turn or come out. Took it out, tried again, same thing. So the third time, I left it off. At least I can drive it now. With snow coming down and the temperature at 15*, I said screw it, that's good enough. And getting that speedo hooked back up was a real bear. Glad it's done.

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1951 Chevy 3100

2003 Indian Chief Roadmaster

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