Ignition key tumbler worn?

[myflat6]

I am having issues turning the ignition to start from time to time. I looked at my key and it appears to be very worn down. Is it possible to have a new key cut when the key that needs to be copied is so worn down?

[karlusmagnus]

Search for “key” and “Pennsylvania” will lead you to Tony Euganeo, but as mentioned in the thread, picking up the phone is a quicker option than emailing .... he’ll sort you out Bill.

https://www.early911sregistry.org/fo...y+Pennsylvania

Tony Euganeo
501 Folcroft Avenue
Sharon Hill, PA 19079

Work Tel: +1 (610) 461-0519
Work e-mail: daskeyman@verizon.net (Prefers calls to e-mails)
URL: http://lockandkeyid.com/

[myflat6]

Search for “key” and “Pennsylvania” will lead you to Tony Euganeo, but as mentioned in the thread, picking up the phone is a quicker option than emailing .... he’ll sort you out Bill.

https://www.early911sregistry.org/fo...y+Pennsylvania

Tony Euganeo
501 Folcroft Avenue
Sharon Hill, PA 19079

Work Tel: +1 (610) 461-0519
Work e-mail: daskeyman@verizon.net (Prefers calls to e-mails)
URL: http://lockandkeyid.com/

Awesome - thanks!

[Arne]

Please report back how this goes. I've heard lots of good about Tony's work, but also some complaints about turnaround time and communication. His website says email is the only contact method, and does not even list his phone number.

[myflat6]

Please report back how this goes. I've heard lots of good about Tony's work, but also some complaints about turnaround time and communication. His website says email is the only contact method, and does not even list his phone number.

I ended up emailing Tony just because his website said to and because I could multi-task during meetings. He responded almost immediately. He said the issues I am having is common with the early 911 ign switches and that the tumbler needs to be repaired and retaining clip installed. The service is $250 shipped. I also sent him a photo of my key and it sounds like it is too worn down for him to even work with -- so I have bigger problems. He recommended I pull the ignition to see if the code tag is still on it.

[frederik]

I found this article from the 101 projects book very insightful, even though it doesn’t help you right away:
https://www.pelicanparts.com/techart...y/76-Rekey.htm

I’m thinking that if you disassemble the lock cylinder, you should be able to determine how the key should look and make a new one.

[myflat6]

I found this article from the 101 projects book very insightful, even though it doesn’t help you right away:
https://www.pelicanparts.com/techart...y/76-Rekey.htm

I’m thinking that if you disassemble the lock cylinder, you should be able to determine how the key should look and make a new one.

this is great - thanks!

[NorthernThrux]

I spoke with Tony over email just before Christmas. he was a week delayed in responding each time, but very responsive and helpful beyond that. I didn't get to the rekeying project I wanted to do over the winter due to surgery, but +1 for him.

Ravi