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02-07-2014, 06:33 PM
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trunk lock mech, '66 bonn
Dear PY,
I would like to know if GMT25 will work in my 1966 Bonneville conv. I am concerned that the lock shaft is in a completely different spot on GMT25 verses my original part. I will try to attach a picture. My original part is on the right. Ed S 1966 Bonneville Conv (early build) |
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02-10-2014, 04:48 PM
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With the stock key/cylinder/shaft I can NOT open the trunk with GMT25. I can open the trunk if I use a screw driver in place of the key/cylinder/shaft.
Maybe a different shaft would work. Advice? Ed S |
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02-10-2014, 06:31 PM
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02-11-2014, 11:49 AM
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If the GMT25 sent to you will mount to your trunk, then I think the shaft may still work even though it is in a different mounting position. You may need a longer shaft but there is a lot of play available between the lock and the latch. The shaft can be at a fairly sharp angle to the lock and still work. I guess it's something you will just need to try unless you are local...... then just bring the car over and we'll have a look.
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02-11-2014, 02:20 PM
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I have ordered some later model shafts. It would appear that the stock big car just won't turn enough at such a sharp upward angle. If I bias the lock down toward the lock it works, but then the mech. interferes with the lid closing. For now I'll leave the key lock un-installed.
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02-17-2014, 11:15 PM
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So the sharp angle is being caused by the new latch mechanism? What if you were to bend the shaft? Reason I ask is because we have a bunch of various shaped and length shafts here.
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02-18-2014, 01:29 PM
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I have on order PY213, T25240 & T25340 we'll see if the later model shafts work.
Ed S order #0197602 |
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