Date:         Fri, 2 Dec 2011 22:46:52 -0800
Reply-To:     Daniel Rotblatt <d.rotblatt@VERIZON.NET>
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From:         Daniel Rotblatt <d.rotblatt@VERIZON.NET>
Subject:      Re: Vanagon key blanks
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I just got some keys from Steve Sandlin, a locksmith, from the code on my door lock.  Amazing how worn my original keys were - all teeth and the tip are round - they're sharp and crisp on the new one.  The door handle is pretty easy to remove and the code is on the lock barrel.  If the key is a problem in the ignition you probably want to get them cut from the code rather then copy the worn key you have - you'll likely have the same problem.  Oddly enough, the passenger door is keyed differently and after removing a couple of tumblers/plates I was able to get the worn key to work with it.

Steve has been professional and friendly and i'm having some triumph spitfire keys made by him now too.

Steve Sandlin <vwcarlocks@HOTMAIL.COM>
http://www.steveslockshop.com/

Dan
Los Angeles, CA
"Winky" the '85 Westy Weekender

On Dec 2, 2011, at 6:06 AM, T Collins wrote:

> Hi List,
> 
> Anyone on the list aside from the vendors holding on to some key blanks
> that they would like to sell?
> 
> Please, let me know. Mine are giving me a real trouble with the ignition,
> however are working well with the doors....go figure.
> 
> Thanks,
> Tony