Anyone know a trick for getting a lock cylinder out on a 69 bug. I followed the haynes manual ( remove steering wheel, blinker assembly and plate over the cylinder ) then it says insert key and turn it a little and pull. I don't have a key, if I did I wouldn't be changing the lock cylinder. I tried a screwdriver to wiggle it a bit and pull with no luck. Thanks in advance for responses.
Jason
Does the door key fit?
Other than that, pick the lock (tedious) or drill/punch it out.
Speedy Jim
I don't have the door keys either. The guy I bought it from couldn't find the keys. The car was sitting for 20 yrs( 69 convertible with
65000 miles). I'll probably try drilling it. My new lock set should be here anyday. I got a smokin deal on the car so a little extra work is worth it.Thanks!
I don't have the door keys either. The guy I bought it from couldn't find the keys. The car was sitting for 20 yrs( 69 convertible with
65000 miles). I'll probably try drilling it. My new lock set should be here anyday. I got a smokin deal on the car so a little extra work is worth it.Thanks!
This may be worth a try- Remove a door lock and take to locksmithy to have key matched.
OTOH...with such a smokin' deal.... Congrats on your find.
Jim
Well the drill worked, and I realized last night I'd never make it as a car theif. Thanks for the help!
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