Car won't start, Key hard to turn, How do you get ign. lock out???

Thanks Rivman!
I dont know about that retaining not, but there was just the two tabs/clips, and I got the switch out.

Now Napa has the lock cylinder, but not the switch, I placed an order on the lock though. Do you think thats what it is? It was tough to turn and wasn't starting, so could it be the lock cylinder/tumbler?

 

Your guess is as good as mine Mike ? o No:
It's definetly possible - you'll know for sure when you try the new lock cylinder ! The tumblers do wear with age and use.
Now that you have it apart, try inserting the old lock cylinder into the switch and see how easy it turns, or doesn't - the switch contacts could also be causing the problem, and in that case you'll need a new, or used replacement.

 

The new lock did not work??? Car no start.
Could it be the switch? any more ideas? I don't know where else to get the switch from besides ebay, but don't want to get it until I know if thats it.

 

The headlights will come on strong, but car no start, doesn't make a sound. but how do I test anything else?

I tried jiggling the shift lever, but nothing as well, didn't start. I knew that because my Ford had that problem and the linkage had to be fixed. But back to the Riv...

 

I did it before, I was moving around the shift lever and trying to start it.

But when I put my keys in and turn, my headlights will come on strong. I did that about half hour ago.

 

I never checked the wires, I just tried the headlights and they came on.
Yes, Basically power to just headlights.

 

Test light and Volt meter, I don't have, I have to see if my friend has them and can lend it to me. So if I get the voltmeter, how and what would I need to test?

 

Okay, today I might be able to get ahold of a voltmeter, So what should I test now.