Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**LockDoc** · 05-29-2014, 09:54 PM

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This "How To" is for the guys & gals that have a door handle with a lock for their 1960-1966 Chevy truck but no key. It is pretty straight forward but I have had a couple of people ask me how to get a key cut for them. First thing you have to do is remove the handle assembly from your door (if it isn't already out). (picture 1).... To remove the lock cylinder assembly push down on the top spring cup and remove the snap ring. (picture 2) Then slide the spring assembly out making sure to keep the parts in order. (picture 3) If you will notice the spring cups are different on each end of the spring. After you have the spring assembly out slide the lock cylinder and shaft out. You don't have to worry too much about this as it will only go back in one way…. On the cast piece just below the chrome cap you should find a code number stamped. (picture 4) If your local locksmith can't cut you a key from that code number that will fit the lock I can. It should also fit the ignition lock and glove box lock if none of the locks have been changed or replaced. I can't guarantee there will be a code number on every lock, but if there isn't, the chrome cap can be removed and a key made by "reading" the wafers in the cylinder.

If you have questions PM me.....

LockDoc

Lowl!f3 · 05-29-2014, 10:15 PM

thank you. wish i seen this before the locksmith destroy my ignition switch and still charged me $90

ironman3452 · 09-28-2023, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Lowl!f3

thank you. wish i seen this before the locksmith destroy my ignition switch and still charged me $90

not much of a locksmith if he destroyed ignition, also door lock is the same as the ignition, at least it was on my 64

Softpatch · 05-29-2014, 10:46 PM

Lots of good info Thank for that
Soooo.... when you going to show us " How to make a Key".?

Come on
Don't make me beg
i live in an area that does not have a locksmith/shoe repairman or a dry cleaner
or traffic light's
we don't lock our car's or house and when we do the key is
"Under the mat/flower pot or on the visor"

**LockDoc** · 05-29-2014, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Lowl!f3

thank you. wish i seen this before the locksmith destroy my ignition switch and still charged me $90

I think that happens a lot. Most of the newer locksmiths don't have a clue how to work on the older stuff....

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Originally Posted by Softpatch

Lots of good info Thank for that
Soooo.... when you going to show us " How to make a Key".?

Come on
Don't make me beg
i live in an area that does not have a locksmith/shoe repairman or a dry cleaner
or traffic light's
we don't lock our car's or house and when we do the key is
"Under the mat/flower pot or on the visor"

I don't lock my vehicles either. If I go to the local restaurant or grocery store the key usually stays in the ignition.

Making a key is easy. First you buy an $800 Framon key machine that will cut keys by code, then you buy the $200 Code program to convert the code numbers on the locks to the cuts on the key blank, put the key blank in the machine, adjust the settings for the key you will be cutting and turn the switch on....

That is why I mentioned in my first post "If you can't find anyone in your area to cut a key from the code # or by reading the wafers let me know."...

There are probably other people on line that cut keys by code too.

LockDoc

**ChiefRocka** · 05-29-2014, 11:17 PM

It is people like you contributing that make this site that much more awesome !!

Thanks !!

I will need this soon.

So what you are offering, is if our local locksmith is an a$$hat, you can help us out ??

**LockDoc** · 05-30-2014, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiefRocka

It is people like you contributing that make this site that much more awesome !!

Thanks !!

I will need this soon.

So what you are offering, is if our local locksmith is an a$$hat, you can help us out ??

Thanks John. Yes, I can cut keys by code, or reading the wafers....

LockDoc

Woogeroo · 05-30-2014, 04:09 AM

Thanks LockDoc, this is golden information.

-W

**chevy_man5** · 05-30-2014, 09:40 AM

Kind of related, but you can have a lock redone to match a key too. My son and I took a lock button out of the drivers side of a junkyard truck, and had our local locksmith pull out the wafers and match them to his key. Put the lock button in the passenger door (upside down though), now we can unlock it from both sides.

Took him 5 minutes, and was like $20.

markeb01 · 05-30-2014, 01:29 PM

Thanks LockDoc for taking the time to photograph and document the process. These tutorials reach a lot of people that may never respond, but benefit from the information.

chad64chevy · 05-31-2014, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by markeb01

Thanks LockDoc for taking the time to photograph and document the process. These tutorials reach a lot of people that may never respond, but benefit from the information.

I agree!!

**MikeN** · 06-02-2014, 09:53 AM

I learned how to make keys and re-code lock cylinders while working the parts counter at a Chevy dealership about 20 years ago. It's not too hard. If you find a dealership that still has an oldtimer behind the counter, there's a little hand-held device that will punch out a new key to match the coding of your lock cylinder. Easy to do and not too expensive.

awbrown · 06-02-2014, 09:36 PM

Funny this thread should pop up now.. I had to drive my 63 to work today because the brakes on my 97 were acting up.. Anyways I work in Detroit ,and hate the fact that mine doesn't lock .. I always make sure I have a clear shot from the store to see my truck .... It would sure be nice, then I would have to make my vent windows lock ,..lol

**LockDoc** · 06-10-2014, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by chad64chevy

I agree!!

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by MikeN

I learned how to make keys and re-code lock cylinders while working the parts counter at a Chevy dealership about 20 years ago. It's not too hard. If you find a dealership that still has an oldtimer behind the counter, there's a little hand-held device that will punch out a new key to match the coding of your lock cylinder. Easy to do and not too expensive.

I have a couple of the Curtis hand held code cutters. One of them came from a closed dealership auction. You have to have the code book that goes with them too.

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Originally Posted by awbrown

Funny this thread should pop up now.. I had to drive my 63 to work today because the brakes on my 97 were acting up.. Anyways I work in Detroit ,and hate the fact that mine doesn't lock .. I always make sure I have a clear shot from the store to see my truck .... It would sure be nice, then I would have to make my vent windows lock ,..lol

I would go ahead and have keys made for the door locks, it would be a deterrent because of the time involved if they had to open the vent window and reach in to open the door....

LockDoc

**chevy_man5** · 06-10-2014, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by awbrown

Funny this thread should pop up now.. I had to drive my 63 to work today because the brakes on my 97 were acting up.. Anyways I work in Detroit ,and hate the fact that mine doesn't lock .. I always make sure I have a clear shot from the store to see my truck .... It would sure be nice, then I would have to make my vent windows lock ,..lol

LMC has a lock for the vent windows. $9.95 a pair...

http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cbe/full.aspx?Page=14

MikeS. · 05-30-2014, 01:35 PM

Thanks man.

Dillon Rock · 05-30-2014, 02:03 PM

Very useful. I may look into this in the future.

**LockDoc** · 05-31-2014, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Woogeroo

Thanks LockDoc, this is golden information.

-W

Thanks -Woog.

Quote:

Originally Posted by chevy_man5

Kind of related, but you can have a lock redone to match a key too. My son and I took a lock button out of the drivers side of a junkyard truck, and had our local locksmith pull out the wafers and match them to his key. Put the lock button in the passenger door (upside down though), now we can unlock it from both sides.

Took him 5 minutes, and was like $20.

I have done quite a few like that. Makes it a lot easier.

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Originally Posted by markeb01

Thanks LockDoc for taking the time to photograph and document the process. These tutorials reach a lot of people that may never respond, but benefit from the information.

No problem, thanks.

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Originally Posted by MikeS.

Thanks man.

Glad to be able to do it Mike.

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Originally Posted by Dillon Rock

Very useful. I may look into this in the future.

Thanks.

LockDoc

BR3W CITY · 05-31-2014, 10:36 AM

Does this is in any way give you the ability to IMPROVE these locks? I mean, right now the ol' screwdriver "master key" works pretty good. Wouldn't mind improving that.

RANDY COX · 05-31-2014, 06:59 PM

That's some good info. I guess I got lucky my Key actually locks the doors and the glove box. I have locked it sometimes since I have a lot of tools in the floor board...

**LockDoc** · 05-31-2014, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by BR3W CITY

Does this is in any way give you the ability to IMPROVE these locks? I mean, right now the ol' screwdriver "master key" works pretty good. Wouldn't mind improving that.

If the locks are old and worn out, replacing the worn out tumblers and springs with new ones and cutting a new key to factory specifications would restore the locks original security.

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Originally Posted by RANDY COX

That's some good info. I guess I got lucky my Key actually locks the doors and the glove box. I have locked it sometimes since I have a lot of tools in the floor board...

Thanks Randy. After that many years a person is lucky if all of the locks match on the truck. Usually something has been changed....

LockDoc
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**bhc41051** · 06-11-2014, 04:33 PM

Sometime you're lucky and the key code is on the key.

blackbart63mule · 09-19-2015, 02:43 AM

Thanks for info about the #'s stamped into the lock cylinder. LocDoc, are there different pins or wafers for the door cylinders that are more pick proof? I seem to remember reading in a locksmithing book about it. How hard would it be to key 3 lock cylinders alike for our panels or suburbans? Thx.......Dog

**LockDoc** · 11-13-2015, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by blackbart63mule

Thanks for info about the #'s stamped into the lock cylinder. LocDoc, are there different pins or wafers for the door cylinders that are more pick proof? I seem to remember reading in a locksmithing book about it. How hard would it be to key 3 lock cylinders alike for our panels or suburbans? Thx.......Dog

GM has used the Briggs & Stratton side bar lock since 1935 and because of it's design it is almost impossible to pick.

It's pretty easy to key the lock cylinders the same on the '60-'66 GM trucks.

LockDoc

blackbart63mule · 11-22-2015, 12:00 AM

Thanks again for the info Lock Doc!

05-29-2014, 09:54 PM	#1
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,648	Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks - This "How To" is for the guys & gals that have a door handle with a lock for their 1960-1966 Chevy truck but no key. It is pretty straight forward but I have had a couple of people ask me how to get a key cut for them. First thing you have to do is remove the handle assembly from your door (if it isn't already out). (picture 1).... To remove the lock cylinder assembly push down on the top spring cup and remove the snap ring. (picture 2) Then slide the spring assembly out making sure to keep the parts in order. (picture 3) If you will notice the spring cups are different on each end of the spring. After you have the spring assembly out slide the lock cylinder and shaft out. You don't have to worry too much about this as it will only go back in one way…. On the cast piece just below the chrome cap you should find a code number stamped. (picture 4) If your local locksmith can't cut you a key from that code number that will fit the lock I can. It should also fit the ignition lock and glove box lock if none of the locks have been changed or replaced. I can't guarantee there will be a code number on every lock, but if there isn't, the chrome cap can be removed and a key made by "reading" the wafers in the cylinder. If you have questions PM me..... LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 02-27-2019 at 04:33 PM.

05-29-2014, 10:15 PM	#2
Lowl!f3 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Crosby, Tx Posts: 300	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks thank you. wish i seen this before the locksmith destroy my ignition switch and still charged me $90 __________________ 1965 C10 Project

05-29-2014, 10:46 PM	#4
Softpatch Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Vashon WA Posts: 969	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks Lots of good info Thank for that Soooo.... when you going to show us " How to make a Key".? Come on Don't make me beg i live in an area that does not have a locksmith/shoe repairman or a dry cleaner or traffic light's we don't lock our car's or house and when we do the key is "Under the mat/flower pot or on the visor" __________________ My Spelling is Not Incorrect...It's 'Creative' . . 1966 C-20 .....Swap 91 G-30(5.7 FI)/4L80E http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=789617 59 Viking Revival .. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632341

05-29-2014, 11:17 PM	#6
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,150	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks It is people like you contributing that make this site that much more awesome !! Thanks !! I will need this soon. So what you are offering, is if our local locksmith is an a$$hat, you can help us out ?? __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

05-30-2014, 04:09 AM	#8
Woogeroo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: tool box Posts: 3,115	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks Thanks LockDoc, this is golden information. -W

05-30-2014, 09:40 AM	#9
chevy_man5 GMC's n H.D.'s too! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Nampa, Idaho Posts: 1,583	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks Kind of related, but you can have a lock redone to match a key too. My son and I took a lock button out of the drivers side of a junkyard truck, and had our local locksmith pull out the wafers and match them to his key. Put the lock button in the passenger door (upside down though), now we can unlock it from both sides. Took him 5 minutes, and was like $20. __________________ Jason 1960 GMC 4x4 Babe (the Blue Ox) - Build Thread

05-30-2014, 01:29 PM	#10
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks Thanks LockDoc for taking the time to photograph and document the process. These tutorials reach a lot of people that may never respond, but benefit from the information. __________________ My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502

06-02-2014, 09:53 AM	#12
MikeN Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 803	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks I learned how to make keys and re-code lock cylinders while working the parts counter at a Chevy dealership about 20 years ago. It's not too hard. If you find a dealership that still has an oldtimer behind the counter, there's a little hand-held device that will punch out a new key to match the coding of your lock cylinder. Easy to do and not too expensive.

06-02-2014, 09:36 PM	#13
awbrown Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Detroit MI Posts: 1,209	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks Funny this thread should pop up now.. I had to drive my 63 to work today because the brakes on my 97 were acting up.. Anyways I work in Detroit ,and hate the fact that mine doesn't lock .. I always make sure I have a clear shot from the store to see my truck .... It would sure be nice, then I would have to make my vent windows lock ,..lol

05-30-2014, 01:35 PM	#16
MikeS. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: FarEastern WVa Posts: 1,691	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks Thanks man. __________________ Past Master Triluminar Lodge #117 GL of WVa My 1963 4x4 Suburban build; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=531274 My Gallery, now with pics of my 1966 C30 motorhome. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...&ppuser=103447

05-30-2014, 02:03 PM	#17
Dillon Rock Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Bangor, Michigan Posts: 375	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks Very useful. I may look into this in the future. __________________ That's the thing about a Chevrolet, no matter how they look, whether it be a trailer queen or a good ol' used farm truck, no other truck on the road will always look that damn good wearing a Bowtie.

05-31-2014, 10:36 AM	#19
BR3W CITY meowMEOWmeowMEOW Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: MKE WI Posts: 7,128	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks Does this is in any way give you the ability to IMPROVE these locks? I mean, right now the ol' screwdriver "master key" works pretty good. Wouldn't mind improving that. __________________ *'66 Short Step / SD Tuned / Big Cam LQ4 / Backhalfed /Built 4l80e / #REBUILDEVERYTHING* MY BUILD THE H8RDCPTR //\\ MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL REV J HD

05-31-2014, 06:59 PM	#20
RANDY COX Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: RADFORD, VA Posts: 2,651	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks That's some good info. I guess I got lucky my Key actually locks the doors and the glove box. I have locked it sometimes since I have a lot of tools in the floor board... __________________ 1964 BBC 402 4x4

06-11-2014, 04:33 PM	#22
bhc41051 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Otway OH Posts: 788	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks Sometime you're lucky and the key code is on the key. Attached Images

09-19-2015, 02:43 AM	#23
blackbart63mule Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Chicago Da burbs Posts: 68	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks Thanks for info about the #'s stamped into the lock cylinder. LocDoc, are there different pins or wafers for the door cylinders that are more pick proof? I seem to remember reading in a locksmithing book about it. How hard would it be to key 3 lock cylinders alike for our panels or suburbans? Thx.......Dog



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11-22-2015, 12:00 AM	#25
blackbart63mule Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Chicago Da burbs Posts: 68	Re: Making Keys For The ’60 -‘66 Chevy Trucks Thanks again for the info Lock Doc!

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