Who still has their original ignition key? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Rc 415 · 04-08-2007, 11:51 PM

Dont know if mines original, but is sure is worn out!

How about you?

BaddBusa2005 · 04-08-2007, 11:58 PM

i have my original, that still starts the truck with a new ign. cylinder

Ivan D. · 04-09-2007, 12:04 AM

I have mine! It's cut off and jammed in the ignition tho, and the steering column is turned to what would be 1st gear and fixed there - I had problems with the ignition cylinder seizing up when locking the wheel, so I just made sure the wheel never locks, lol

I do have a kill switch on the ignition tho, and I also one of those big 4-legged club things, which is a much more reliable protection than the flumsy stock steering lock anyways.

Duro5341 · 04-09-2007, 12:12 AM

I have 2 original keys still in the GM envelope from factory. Never used, not even a scratch on them. The previous owner (I am the 2nd), must have only used the 1 set

I had another set cut, and put these away in a safe place

I try to get some pics tommorrow

Duro

knightlife · 04-09-2007, 04:00 AM

myself...teehee....

Mr79C10 · 04-09-2007, 05:51 AM

Orig. ign. and door key. Scored a good deal when I bought this 79 C-10. Im the second owner of this truck.

Pyrotechnic · 04-09-2007, 06:53 PM

While my 78 was still on the road I did have to replace the ignition lock cylinder which came with a new key. The old one must have been the original and the original key was really whittled down. The original lock cylinder got stock in the "ON" position after I started it up one morning

so I just switched it over to the left side tank that was completely dry (sending unit didn't work) and it shut off shortly after.

The funny thing was, with the original cylinder I couldn't get it to turn back into the ACC position. After replacing it with the new one I was able to do this.

Srubydo1986 · 04-09-2007, 08:17 PM

I have the originals set but i put those away after i had a set made dont want to loss ot break the originals. (i do this with all my cars.)

KMK454 · 04-10-2007, 12:36 AM

I have two sets.

2 x original ignition keys (square head)
2 x original door keys (round head)

Both look new still, and I love not having a bulky electronic fob to carry.

87 STEPPER · 04-10-2007, 08:51 AM

I do but i bought the truck New i guess that count's doesn't it?

I now only have one good ign. key cuz the first one the ing. cyl. grinded it to almost paper thin.

I think i still have it i'll have to look.

Slonaker · 04-10-2007, 09:27 AM

I still have the original key knockouts from my '37 Chevy. Back when Dad bought it in the 80s, we found them wired to the speedo cable. I have what looks like an original door key for it, but it is so badly worn that I can't be sure.

My truck has changed owners many times, and came to me with one set of aftermarket keys. I changed the ignition cylinder when I had the column apart because I figured there were probably a few keys for it laying around. A past owner (the original one, actually) had already stpped me once and identified it as hers. It has been in San Antonio since new, and it is still the original color and has the original wheels, so it is easy to identify.

Slonaker

Rc 415 · 04-10-2007, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 87 STEPPER

I do but i bought the truck New i guess that count's doesn't it?

I now only have one good ign. key cuz the first one the ing. cyl. grinded it to almost paper thin.

I think i still have it i'll have to look.

Your truck is a beauty! How much did that Tpi conversion set you back?

pcmcobra · 04-10-2007, 04:45 PM

got both sets...

04-08-2007, 11:51 PM	#1
Rc 415 Flat Black, & Chrome! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: San Francisco Posts: 852	Who still has their original ignition key? Dont know if mines original, but is sure is worn out! How about you? __________________ 1983 Chevy C10 Stepside Sold http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i76/rc_415/

04-08-2007, 11:58 PM	#2
BaddBusa2005 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Cleveland, TN Posts: 440	Re: Who still has their original ignition key? i have my original, that still starts the truck with a new ign. cylinder __________________ 1981 Custom Deeluxe SWB 5.3/4L60e 3.73 and Auburn. Mustang Dyno 265hp/258tq

04-09-2007, 12:04 AM	#3
Ivan D. glamoros piece o' lowlife Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Redford, MI Posts: 1,164	Re: Who still has their original ignition key? I have mine! It's cut off and jammed in the ignition tho, and the steering column is turned to what would be 1st gear and fixed there - I had problems with the ignition cylinder seizing up when locking the wheel, so I just made sure the wheel never locks, lol I do have a kill switch on the ignition tho, and I also one of those big 4-legged club things, which is a much more reliable protection than the flumsy stock steering lock anyways. __________________ The more I drink, the more I drink, the more I drink... diesel, reg cab, long bed, 4 across the rear, single stack, wooden stakes, and lotsa lights - the Hay Express

04-09-2007, 12:12 AM	#4
Duro5341 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Earth Posts: 239	Re: Who still has their original ignition key? I have 2 original keys still in the GM envelope from factory. Never used, not even a scratch on them. The previous owner (I am the 2nd), must have only used the 1 set I had another set cut, and put these away in a safe place I try to get some pics tommorrow Duro __________________ -1986 K10 LWB, 350 HD,TH400 3.08, 30 spline 10 bolt, with an Auburn Posi, 31" tires All original, second owner truck -1979 Monte Carlo, 350, 200r4, 3.73 posi -1987 GT T-top Mustang - slow moving project

04-09-2007, 04:00 AM	#5
knightlife Dark Heart Motorsports Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: 29404 DKFX Posts: 683	Re: Who still has their original ignition key? myself...teehee.... __________________ How Deep Can YOU Bleed..? 1985 Chevy Blazer K5- 6.2 N/A, 400 turbo trans CUCV, 12v converted... a new chapter 2005 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 6.0 powwwaa!!! custom jumpseat install w/ captain seats, Hypertech tuner, MSD Blaster Coils, CB and twin antenna's, all electric interior, touch screen in dash. custom center console, with jump seat replacing original console. 1500 HD!

04-09-2007, 05:51 AM	#6
Mr79C10 It Is What It Is,,,, Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: The Gun Shine StateFlorida* Posts: 1,765	Re: Who still has their original ignition key? Orig. ign. and door key. Scored a good deal when I bought this 79 C-10. Im the second owner of this truck. __________________ 79 C10 Short Box ST8 6 bang'r Lowered w/ 3" Control arms, 2" Lower Coils and 4" shackles and hangers W/ FLIP KIT __--__* 79 C-10 project* .........................__ ..............._____ l __\___ ..............\|_(O)_ \|___(O) ] FAQ INDEX Thread The Kulture My Rat Den

04-09-2007, 06:53 PM	#7
Pyrotechnic Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 3,930	Re: Who still has their original ignition key? While my 78 was still on the road I did have to replace the ignition lock cylinder which came with a new key. The old one must have been the original and the original key was really whittled down. The original lock cylinder got stock in the "ON" position after I started it up one morningso I just switched it over to the left side tank that was completely dry (sending unit didn't work) and it shut off shortly after. The funny thing was, with the original cylinder I couldn't get it to turn back into the ACC position. After replacing it with the new one I was able to do this. Last edited by Pyrotechnic; 04-09-2007 at 06:54 PM.

04-09-2007, 08:17 PM	#8
Srubydo1986 The Crazy Machanic Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Nokesville Va Posts: 1,437	Re: Who still has their original ignition key? I have the originals set but i put those away after i had a set made dont want to loss ot break the originals. (i do this with all my cars.) __________________ 1986 Sliverado longbed 400 small block mean as hell, 700r4 trans (5 speed coming one day) 1970 chevelle 2dr sedan Latest update June 24 2007. *1957 4 door stationwagon - pink all original needing a good restore (body great, floors bad) newest additions 1965 shortbed fleet great granddads. Been told im nuts to bring it back from the dead (still going to happen) plans-all stock with a turbo 292 inline 3 speed column shift. and thats it big block 427 and 5 speed trans and ford 9 inch theyhave no home yet thinking what to put them in and a 79 c60 trash truck um no idea i have one

04-10-2007, 12:36 AM	#9
KMK454 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Posts: 440	Re: Who still has their original ignition key? I have two sets. 2 x original ignition keys (square head) 2 x original door keys (round head) Both look new still, and I love not having a bulky electronic fob to carry. __________________ Kurt Instagram: @kurtkphoto 1978 C10 Silverado 1991 Camaro B4C

04-10-2007, 08:51 AM	#10
87 STEPPER STILL PLAYS WITH TRUX Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Melbourne, Fla. Posts: 2,764	Re: Who still has their original ignition key? I do but i bought the truck New i guess that count's doesn't it? I now only have one good ign. key cuz the first one the ing. cyl. grinded it to almost paper thin. I think i still have it i'll have to look. __________________ ~~Bruce~~ MY 87 STEPPER MY 99 2D/WD TAHOE

04-10-2007, 09:27 AM	#11
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	Re: Who still has their original ignition key? I still have the original key knockouts from my '37 Chevy. Back when Dad bought it in the 80s, we found them wired to the speedo cable. I have what looks like an original door key for it, but it is so badly worn that I can't be sure. My truck has changed owners many times, and came to me with one set of aftermarket keys. I changed the ignition cylinder when I had the column apart because I figured there were probably a few keys for it laying around. A past owner (the original one, actually) had already stpped me once and identified it as hers. It has been in San Antonio since new, and it is still the original color and has the original wheels, so it is easy to identify. Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado

04-10-2007, 04:45 PM	#13
pcmcobra Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 1,684	Re: Who still has their original ignition key? got both sets... __________________ 1986 C10 SWB 6.0/6l90e Miami...Flee it like a native



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