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i have a 1974 amc javelin automatic on the column i needed to replace the key lock  and when we removed the column and the lock we noticed the little plastic gear ( i think lets the car shift) is broke i can't find the name of the part or even where to find one if you would know please help thanks

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Look on page 10-32 at this site:
http://www.oldcarmanualproject.com/manuals/AMC/1973/Service/Chapter10html/browse...
Then call Collier AMC in Pikeville, NC @ 919-242-4462. Ask Mr. Collier if he has one.
He is an old AMC dealer and has hundreds of parts cars sitting on his lot.

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Kevin Pilotte

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I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.

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I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.

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I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.

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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.

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I have a certificate I printed out from a website.

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