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Update...

Still no joy with the key, so I started on another project - Removing the instrument cluster so I can get it serviced. All the gauges are out, etc.

In order to remove it, I needed to get the shift lever down. I can't do that because I can't turn the key to unlock it. I go back to the ignition switch. I'm thinking I'll just remove the ignition switch off the column and that will free it up.

Pulled the covers to the steering column to see what under there. I see I can't access the ignition switch bolts without removing the steering wheel. Remove the steering wheel, etc and I'm down to the horn ring. No way to figure out to remove it since it won't pull off. I use the brute force method and break it off to access the ignition switch bolts. I figure I can live without a horn if I can't get the parts to fix it. Removed the switch, lowered the shifter and removed the instrument cluster.

I tried to start the car while everything was apart, but it only turns over, starts for a second and dies. I'm hoping when I get the new ignition switch and put it together, it will fire up....
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