Ignition problems please help

[Jawan912]

Just brought my 85 ss, went to turn key, and it turned rather then usual. No lights, no power or crank when I turn the key. So one said change the ignition cylinder lock which I did and still nothing. The some said the actuators rod may went bad. Im not sure what’s wrong. Should I buy new steering column. Which is pretty expensive

 

[pagrunt]

Check the fusible links down at the starter,

 

[Jawan912]

The key just turns freely it has no kick back like when you turn it on and it kicks key back it’s not doing anything like that

 

[tellboy]

sounds familiar, had same problem, ignition switch has moved on its mounts- on the steering column under dash

 

[fleming442]

Where are you getting a new column? Someone didn't put it together correctly. Pull it apart and start over.

 

[pontiacgp]

lower the column and check the rod at the ignition switch to see if it moves when you turn the key