One good way to cut the 'notches in the bolts' is with a very small
sharp chisel. The bolts with breakaway heads are intended as an
anti-theft measure. Whether to break the heads off upon reinstallation
is owner's option, IMHO
RossOvercash wrote:
>
> Nick,
> While I have not tried it myself, it has been stated here on the list to cut
> notches in the bolts and unscrew them. Someone more knowlegable than I said
> the bolts are nothing more than screws with the head cut off after
> installation.
>
> Safety Fast!!
>
> Ross Overcash, 74B, NAMGBR 2-1172, Ayer, MA
> http://www.tiac.net/users/jroverca/index.htm
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-mgs@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-mgs@autox.team.net]On
> > Behalf Of Nick Coleman
> > Sent: Sunday, August 23, 1998 7:54 PM
> > To: MG Mailing List
> > Subject: Ignition Switch Removal - 73B
> >
> >
> > Need to replace the ignition switch on my 73B. What is the best way to
> > remove the bolts holding the switch on the steering column -- can
> > you cut a
> > notch in them and unscrew them ... or, do you need to drill them out.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Nick
> > 73B
> > NAMGBR
> >
> >
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