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flatheadhorn

07-17-2012 @ 9:27 AM

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Hello. I'm new to the forum. I recently inherited a '36 Ford and I'm about to move it from Michigan to Texas. Companies that I'm looking to use to move it are asking if it can run and can be steered. It runs, but my uncle claims that the steering wheel is locked. Is there something that can lock the steering wheel? If so, can anyone suggest a solution to unlock it? I know it's kind hard answering a question like this online without being in front of the car, but any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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07-17-2012 @ 10:02 AM

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Welcome to the Forum and congratulations on your inheritance. I hope that you enjoy owning and driving your 36 Ford.

The 36 Ford has a steering wheel lock that is operated by the key. It also has a toggle switch that controls the ignition. The key also locks this. If you have the keys, the steering wheel and ignition switch can be unlocked.

If you do not have the keys, the pin that holds the lock cylinder in can be drilled out and the cylinder removed. Then the steering lock can be retracted from the coolum and the ignition switch used.

Tom

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07-17-2012 @ 10:57 AM

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I too am from michigan, own a 36 Ford, and live in Texas. If you are hesitent about this lock operation, call a locksmith. You will enjoy your Ford.

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07-18-2012 @ 4:31 AM

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The moving Co. ask about the running and steering to make sure they can drive the car into their trailer, which is much easier than pulling it in with a winch. The steering column lock is at the support for the column under the dash. The key lock at this position controls a bolt with a chrome cap on the far RH side of this support and can be seen extending out from the side of the support, if unlocked (when locked the chrome bolt cap hides inside the support). The bolt also controls the ignition switch, which is locked in the "off" position when the steering is locked. If this switch can be moved to the "on" position and the car started the wheel lock is in the unlocked position. The above info. is for an original 36 Ford installation. Over the life of the vehicle much can be changed and the car wired differently from original. Originally the door lock cylinder on the passenger door had the same key code as the ignition cylinder, the door lock is usually marked on the side with the code. If you have the door key you should have the ignition key.

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07-18-2012 @ 9:59 AM

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Thanks everyone for the help!

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07-18-2012 @ 1:06 PM

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Step-by-step:

Using the ignition key - it usually has a round head - insert it into the lock tooth side up.

Using minimal pressure, turn the key 180 degrees counter clockwise. You should see a shiny metal round cap emerge from the lock on the right end about 1/2"

This unlocks the steering wheel.

I usually leave the keys in the lock, and am very careful not to twist too hard on the key, as it can break off in the lock

Hope this helps

Henry

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07-19-2012 @ 7:55 AM

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Congrats and welcome to the club! Alot of 36's moving around these days. I just bought a Touring Fordor and had it shipped from Washington State to the Chicago area, had great service.

TIM CARLIG

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