Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:01:55 -0700
Reply-To: Karl Wolz <wolzphoto@Q.COM>
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From: Karl Wolz <wolzphoto@Q.COM>
Subject: Re: FS: All manner of Vanagon/Westfalia key blanks
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I used to think thse keys with plastic bows (handles) were really cool
looking. Still do, but now that I own a couple of them onmy key ring, I
realize they're a PITA, taking up valuable picket space, stabbing me in the
leg occasionally, etc.
Plain old steel keys are the bee's knees for meees.
Karl Wolz
-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Dave Mcneely
Sent: Monday, October 19, 2009 12:49 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: FS: All manner of Vanagon/Westfalia key blanks
Just today got two combination ignition/door/gas filler lid keys cut by
a local locksmith for $5.00 (for both). No plastic covers on the head,
but .............. .
Dave Mc
On Mon, Oct 19, 2009 at 1:59 PM, Edward Duntz wrote:
> Hello list,
>
> Over the years I have had trouble getting keys made for my Vanagon.
> The main key wasn't so bad (although I had a hard time getting a
> rubber head one), but I had trouble with the glove box key, and just
> recently had a hard time getting a key made for the older style
> domestic water tank lock (the lock under the plastic cover, not the
> plastic key for the cover). So when I finally found some, I ordered in
> bulk and thought I'd sell them individually for anyone who is having
> the same problems.
> I have the following aftermarket keys available, at prices that so far
> are lower than any that I've seen on the Samba or eBay:
>
> Vanagon main key, Silca or other aftermarket brand, $3.50 including US
> shipping.
>
> Vanagon plastic head main key, similar to the original rubber style,
> but aftermarket with no VW logo and the plastic is slightly harder
> than the rubber-headed ones, $6.00 including US shipping (haven't seen
> these anywhere else for price comparison, but if you see one, let me
> know and I'll match the price.)
>
> Glove box key (also for the locking box under the optional single
> swivel seat) $6.00 including US shipping
>
> Gas cap key (for the ones that use a different key than the
> ignition/door). $4.50 including US shipping
>
> Key for water tank. Originals often have "DOM" on the key. $6.00
> including US shipping.
> I also have keys for bay windows, Beetles, Jettas, etc. Just ask.
> If you want a picture of any of the keys, I can e-mail one to you.
> For an extra $2.00, I can cut the key if you send me the original.
> I know that some of you may be able to find some of these keys
> locally, but I couldn't, and found them elsewhere in bulk.
>
> For questions, please e-mail erduntz@hotmail.com, not the reply-to
> address here.
>
> Thanks,
> Ed Duntz
>
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