QuestionI have an 89' gmc truck and the key broke off in the ingnition. Some person tried to mess with it and screwed up the column. I have another steering column but it is a tilt instead of standard, after i installed the column the ingnition is crazy. To turn the truck on the key turn backwards to start and wont go into gear. Can you help
Answer
either remount the old
Hi Kel:
The difference between the two columns is really small. the way the ignition switch mounts on the column determines if the rod, pushes or pulls the switch. the two columns you have are opposite.
You can either use the original switch on the replacement column, or turn the replacement switch around on the metal mount. I'm not use if you have the mounting screws for the original, but that's all it will take to remedy this problem.
In the future, please contact us sooner. We could have helped you simply replace the lock cylinder on the original much easier than the work you went through.
We have recently uploaded some videos on our website to give you first hand viewing of how to remove, disassemble, and reassemble the parts you are talking about. They are broken down into step by step 2-3 minute detailed videos with instructions. Although the video is for a Chevrolet truck, the column is very similar to yours.
http://www.stolenandrecovered.com/video/index.php
I hope these videos help you. If not, please contact me again for more information.
Lastly, if you need parts to repair this column simply email us on our "Contact Us / Order Parts" page and we will get back in touch with you personally
Good luck
Doug
http://www.stolenandrecovered.com
