FYI: igniton key tip... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

68gmsee · 09-20-2008, 09:27 AM

Quick tip: I was in need of an extra key for my truck and went to Lowes to have one made. The key person said they were out of the GM type key but said he cold still match it.

The key he made for me works better since it sticks out about a 1/2" farther than the original making it easier to turn (slight arthritis in index finger). Also, it helps in preventing scratching the chrome bezel if you carry extra keys.

Name on key is AXXESS+ on one side and 5R on the other.

Shyguy · 09-20-2008, 09:37 AM

Thanks for the info, I am sure some of us could use the longer key.

I use to work at Lowe's and made the same key for my '71 but at that time they only had the one without the rubber.

Again thank you for the info.

The next time I get keys made I will ask for that one.

Danny

**truckdude239** · 09-20-2008, 09:38 AM

i just ordered new blanks for my truck from www.key-men.com/

68gmsee · 09-20-2008, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by truckdude239

i just ordered new blanks for my truck from www.key-men.com/

Hey, I like it... but they don't have one for GMC's.

PanelDeland · 09-20-2008, 05:31 PM

As a hint for the future have another made.Then just drop it in a credit card slot in your wallet.it will be there if you ever lock your keys in the truck.It does take up a little space but less than the credit card you wont need for the locksmith.

Longhorn Man · 09-20-2008, 10:19 PM

how could you ever lock your keys in the truck?

With the larger head on the key, watch that you don't twist it too hard like in the door lock or something. I twisted one pretty bad in one of my trucks. Almost broke the key off in there.

pritch · 09-20-2008, 11:05 PM

[QUOTE=Longhorn Man;2898340]how could you ever lock your keys in the truck?
QUOTE]

My wife could do it!

PanelDeland · 09-21-2008, 07:00 AM

Obviously I can't in the panel but isee people in parking lots every day who were too busy talking on the cell to remember to get their keys.

ChevLoRay · 09-21-2008, 05:47 PM

Got one without the rubber covering on it from Wallyworld, nine years ago.

lowriden58 · 09-21-2008, 06:25 PM

I just use the GM keys from work

Chevsrulet · 09-21-2008, 06:53 PM

Yep , Ive got a spare for the 03 work truck (single key) in my wallet and its saved me before. Have a spare (single)for the 96 2500 hidden in the garage for the missus. she doesnt know. shes lost 5 keys already and has been warned she's on the last one , but refuses to get more made.her 96 gmc box van has 2 keys . anyway now I just got a 70 c/10 and its keys are both square. is that right or has someone changed locks somehow ? Sometimes she grabs the old Eurosports (long gone) keys and cant even get out the driveway . hahahaha always good for a laugh when shes rushing in the morning. chevs rule.

68gmsee · 09-21-2008, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

how could you ever lock your keys in the truck?

With the larger head on the key, watch that you don't twist it too hard like in the door lock or something. I twisted one pretty bad in one of my trucks. Almost broke the key off in there.

Not so much locking the keys in the truck as losing the keys or even breaking one as you mentioned. A spare somewhere could save a person some time and money.

So far I haven't had any problem with the longer key. But, since I've developed "mouse finger" (index finger sore at the joint from clicking on the mouse too much) it really helps when turning the key.

The bonus is that the fuel cap key barely touches the bezel so minimizes scratching it or the paint.

09-20-2008, 09:27 AM	#1
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	FYI: igniton key tip... Quick tip: I was in need of an extra key for my truck and went to Lowes to have one made. The key person said they were out of the GM type key but said he cold still match it. The key he made for me works better since it sticks out about a 1/2" farther than the original making it easier to turn (slight arthritis in index finger). Also, it helps in preventing scratching the chrome bezel if you carry extra keys. Name on key is AXXESS+ on one side and 5R on the other. Attached Images

09-20-2008, 09:37 AM	#2
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: FYI: igniton key tip... Thanks for the info, I am sure some of us could use the longer key. I use to work at Lowe's and made the same key for my '71 but at that time they only had the one without the rubber. Again thank you for the info. The next time I get keys made I will ask for that one. Danny __________________ '67 Chevy C-20 short stepper - build complete, 454/SM-465. '75 C-30 Single Cab DRW-350 small block/NP-435. '77 GMC-6500 Dump Truck, 427 Tall Deck. '92 GMC K-3500 Duallie, 454/4L80E.

09-20-2008, 09:38 AM	#3
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09-20-2008, 05:31 PM	#5
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: FYI: igniton key tip... As a hint for the future have another made.Then just drop it in a credit card slot in your wallet.it will be there if you ever lock your keys in the truck.It does take up a little space but less than the credit card you wont need for the locksmith. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

09-20-2008, 10:19 PM	#6
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: FYI: igniton key tip... how could you ever lock your keys in the truck? With the larger head on the key, watch that you don't twist it too hard like in the door lock or something. I twisted one pretty bad in one of my trucks. Almost broke the key off in there.

09-20-2008, 11:05 PM	#7
pritch Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Hoytsville, Utah Posts: 3,365	Re: FYI: igniton key tip... [QUOTE=Longhorn Man;2898340]how could you ever lock your keys in the truck? QUOTE] My wife could do it! __________________ '68 Panel Project Boogie Chillin' '68 C-10 Ol' Green

09-21-2008, 07:00 AM	#8
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: FYI: igniton key tip... Obviously I can't in the panel but isee people in parking lots every day who were too busy talking on the cell to remember to get their keys. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

09-21-2008, 05:47 PM	#9
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: FYI: igniton key tip... Got one without the rubber covering on it from Wallyworld, nine years ago. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

09-21-2008, 06:25 PM	#10
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09-21-2008, 06:53 PM	#11
Chevsrulet Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Redwood City, CA. Posts: 3	Re: FYI: igniton key tip... Yep , Ive got a spare for the 03 work truck (single key) in my wallet and its saved me before. Have a spare (single)for the 96 2500 hidden in the garage for the missus. she doesnt know. shes lost 5 keys already and has been warned she's on the last one , but refuses to get more made.her 96 gmc box van has 2 keys . anyway now I just got a 70 c/10 and its keys are both square. is that right or has someone changed locks somehow ? Sometimes she grabs the old Eurosports (long gone) keys and cant even get out the driveway . hahahaha always good for a laugh when shes rushing in the morning. chevs rule.



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