steering column brand

[arkus]

have a '74 avanti ll with no ignition key. can anyone identify what brand the newmans used for that column and any tips for getting the old lock out? thanks

[Avanti83]

AMC column if it's like mine. I don't recall my exact procedure but here's an AMC post.

https://theamcforum.com/forum/how-to-remove-ignition-switch-1974-matador_topic49318.html

[StingrayHawaii]

My 1974 has a gm tilt column and a GM Key.  The tilt column is similar to a corvette column but more likely a Camero or similar.  Servicing is a PITA and the 

procedures are available in numerous tube videos and some specific GM service manuals.  If the tilt is you problem then probably want to get someone to do that, but most of the key assembly, turn signals and such are pretty straightforward!  

 

[Desert Driver]

My '71 has an AMC column, but that may not be the same as yours. Dan Booth of Nostaglic Motor Cars may be able to tell you based on your VIN. Newman Altman used whatever was available on the shelf, so there are differences and darned little documentation. Like they say, no two Avantis are the same!

[arkus]

thanks for the info. turns out this is a gm. got lock out, (thanks you-tube) and ordered a new one. hood and trunk opening, (next post), should be fairly easy. appreciate the help!