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Old 12-21-2006 | 08:00 AM
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Default !HELP!- Attempted car theft, ignition jacked - need help/info on ignition cylinder

Hey fella's. Someone broke into my 91 Integra LS last night, couldn't find a spare key, and tried to use a screw driver to start my car. They were unsuccessful, and only made off with $30 of misc items, but I am unable to start my car.

I need a new ignition cylinder. I'm in Fullerton, CA in the OC. The local Ecology Auto Parts (Sante Fe Springs) has a 94 Integra, but I'm not sure that ignition would work with my 91. PartsAmerica.com has the part for $240 but it doesn't even SHIP for a week. I commute to work every day.

Any help/ideas are welcome. I'm going to be hitting the phones and wrecking yards today.

Thanks in advance.
Old 12-21-2006 | 11:47 AM
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Unscrew the ignition switch from the back of the tumbler and manually turn it. Then shop for a replacement at your leisure (not $240!!).
Old 12-21-2006 | 08:05 PM
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The ignition was locked even though the steering wheel wasn't locked. The inside of the ignition seems fine, once I got it to turn it works - phew. A little rough but it works.
Old 12-22-2006 | 04:37 AM
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Originally Posted by themilman
The ignition was locked even though the steering wheel wasn't locked. The inside of the ignition seems fine, once I got it to turn it works - phew. A little rough but it works.
I would go buy a clucth/brake lock from a local pep boys, autozone or any local parts store. besides an alarm its the best investment i've made.
Old 12-28-2006 | 04:06 PM
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Originally Posted by primetime
I would go buy a clucth/brake lock from a local pep boys, autozone or any local parts store. besides an alarm its the best investment i've made.
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Old 12-28-2006 | 06:28 PM
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alarm install in 1 week, clutch lock before then, thx
Old 12-28-2006 | 06:42 PM
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The 94 ignition will work to get the car fired up, but you won't be able to install it like it belongs there. You may want to check the pick a part there in Stanton and Anaheim. One is on Katella and the other on Beach.
Old 12-28-2006 | 06:56 PM
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I got it working




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