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Offline got2haul

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How do you remove the key knock-out plugs?
« on: August 13, 2011, 08:04:32 pm »
I installed a new original key cylinder with keys.  The keys have the knock-out
plugs and I'd like to remove them.  How is this done without damaging the key?
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Offline 80stepsideguy

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Re: How do you remove the key knock-out plugs?
« Reply #1 on: August 13, 2011, 08:21:36 pm »
Block of wood under the key and use a hammer and a flat screwdriver may work..

thanks
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Re: How do you remove the key knock-out plugs?
« Reply #2 on: August 13, 2011, 10:19:28 pm »
Place the knock out over the vise opening and punch it out with a hammer, and punch.
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Re: How do you remove the key knock-out plugs?
« Reply #3 on: August 13, 2011, 10:51:34 pm »
Flat screw driver and give it whack. If you have a vice, open the jaws slightly and pop it through
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Offline got2haul

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Re: How do you remove the key knock-out plugs?
« Reply #4 on: August 14, 2011, 05:00:51 pm »
Quote from: VileZambonie on August 13, 2011, 10:51:34 pm
Flat screw driver and give it whack. If you have a vice, open the jaws slightly and pop it through

Worked like a champ!  Thanks!
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