1967 Gauge cluster - Ignition switch

[Donald O.]

Does the lock nut on the panel face just screw off? Mine unscrews only a few threads and then stops. See Pix.



I also found a small cardboard shield at bottom of light housing for the ignition switch. The orientation for re-installation is not known to me or even if it was there from GM as built. see pix. Comments please



cardboard detail pix

[Edward J.]

Re: 1967 Gauge cluster - Ignition switch

Don, you will want to remove the lock cylinder first then the retainer. Put you key in a turn to first position and insert a paper clip into the 1/16 size hole and remove the cylinder with key installed. The card board piece is for the light bulb to light up the ignition cylinder hole where key inserts.

[Richard M.]

Re: 1967 Gauge cluster - Ignition switch

Edward, after inserting the paperclip in the hole and pushing in, you turn the key CCW from ACC position to remove the cylinder.

[Edward J.]

Re: 1967 Gauge cluster - Ignition switch

Rich, Thanks for correcting me.

[Richard M.]

Re: 1967 Gauge cluster - Ignition switch

Edward, I usually forget after a few months of non instrument work, but I just did a '67 cluster recently so I had it close in my brain.

[Edward J.]

Re: 1967 Gauge cluster - Ignition switch

Rich I know what you mean.I seem to be having a lot of brain farts the older I get.