Any locksmiths in the house?

[DianneB]

I have a '67 C77 with 6 position ignition switch and bought a replacement key.

I understand that the key should only come out in 2 positions but I can remove the key in all 6 positions.

What, specifically, is supposed to stop the key from being withdrawn in 4 positions and let it be removed in 2 positions?

Do they do this with 3 piece pins?

(I have some understanding of how locks work.)

HELP!

[Yasojaki]

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[Vilstant]

So far as i can see your replacement key is not usable. A locksmith http://locksmithvaughan24.ca cut another one from a blank and i have no issues with my '76 Honda.

[allencooper]

So far as i can see your replacement key is not usable. A locksmith http://locksmithvaughan24.ca cut another one from a blank and i have no issues with my '76 Honda.

Having key cut from a locksmith is cheaper then going to the dealer. You have chosen the right option to get the new key.

[Tim Allman]

I have a '67 C77 with 6 position ignition switch and bought a replacement key.

I understand that the key should only come out in 2 positions but I can remove the key in all 6 positions.

What, specifically, is supposed to stop the key from being withdrawn in 4 positions and let it be removed in 2 positions?

Do they do this with 3 piece pins?

(I have some understanding of how locks work.)

HELP!

I had this problem once. Honda locks from the era are not especially robust and mine became so worn that the key could be removed in any position and with a little patience I could turn the core with a screwdriver. Replacement was the only option.

In a pin tumbler lock that works properly the upper and lower pins are sized such that a key will cause all of the pins to align with the top of the core and allow the core to turn. (http://lockwiki.com/index.php/Pin_tumbler) In this position the pins are held in position and prevent withdrawal of the key. I suspect that in a lock with two positions that allow the key to be inserted or removed there is a second set of upper pins at the second position.

[jacksmith12]

Last night i come in trouble with front door lock as i tried to open it but the lock won't open. Then i visited find nearby locksmith site to find the locksmith near me, there i have found many locksmiths near in which i have called one for the emergency. They immediately came to the spot and fix the lock issue.

[OdisJohnson]

There are many ways to get the locksmith but always choose the one which offers instant service at reasonable prices.