Camoit & Geezer 101....thanks for the input...when I got home from NAPA I lubed the ignition lock it is now not as sticky but it feels like it is just worn out...177,000 miles on the odo....NAPA sells the entire ignition lock assy with the column saddle for about 180.00....rock auto has just the ignition lock w/keys for abt 11.00...I'm going to try to get the ignition lock out without hacking at the entire assy... will cut as a last resort....actually spend 180.00 as a last resort....Thanks again guys...I'll keep you posted