Im looking at buying a new black GM ignition lock cylinder with keys for my 85. My ignition key now is stamped with an "A". Does it matter if I buy a new cylinder/key set and the key is stamped with a different letter?

Thanks.

 

Once you replace the old lock clyliner with a new one those old keys are history.

 

So there is no physical difference in the way the lock cylinder fits into the column if the keys are stamped with a different letter?

 

Its not going to make any difference. I don't know if cylinders changed at all for the duration of third gen production, so just make sure that you get a correct cylinder/key for your model year.

 

Awesome thats all I needed to know. Thanks!

 

I think the only keys you need to worry about"if your keeping it original" is B48,B49 A-B The "A" is ignition key,the "B" is the hatch,doors etc.

 

Id like to get one with the A key, but all I can find are ACDelco cylinders with C,D,or E code keys...

 

Simple question: Wht do you care about akey with a letter on it????

 

For originality sake, but the main question was if the letter on the key has a different letter, than is the cylinder different. The question was answered though.

 

Are you looking for new keys,or the whole thing.

 

found this on ebay,it is NOS it is for 85 camaro this would have the "A" key if it is NOS.
IGNITION SWITCH BLACK GM 1982-1987 EL CAMINO MONTE CARLO CAMARO G BODY
Item condition: New
Compatibility: See compatible vehicles
Time left: 15d 13h (Feb 22, 201208:01:54 PST)
Price: US $55.99

 

Yep I was looking for the whole thing. Thanks.