Any good locksmith can cut a key by using a 'secret' method of inserting a blank into the lock, turning it, hand-filing based on indentations, and repeating this process until a key is made. I've had keys made using this method for two vehicles. On 11/23/08, Steve Sandlin <vwcarlocks@hotmail.com> wrote: > VW no longer has records of key codes to VIN on Vanagons. Any competent > locksmith can cut it from code using the code on any of the locks. The > front handles are the easiest. The locksmith will tell you that that 4 > digit code does not come up, but proceed the 4 digits with the letter N and > it will work. Cutting it by inspecting tumblers is not effective as the > ignition has more tumblers than the other locks. You can make a key that > fits the doors but not the ignition. The correct blank for the locksmith to > use is ILCO X110, NOT X9 as they may try. They will not have a rubber head > or original key in all likelyhood. > Steve Sandlin > Registered Locksmith > License B12682 > ------------------------------------------------------------ > + To unsubscribe from the Vanagon List send an e-mail to > + listserv@gerry.vanagon.com with SIGNOFF VANAGON > + in the body of the message. > ------------------------------------------------------------ > -- Sent from my mobile device Chris S. Disclaimer: "Death and serious injury may occur" ------------------------------------------------------------ + To unsubscribe from the Vanagon List send an e-mail to + listserv@gerry.vanagon.com with SIGNOFF VANAGON + in the body of the message. ------------------------------------------------------------ |
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