Replacement Keys

[quickchevy]

My keys for my 66 truck were stolen.Whats my best option.

[Dismas]

If your door and ignition use the same key, then take apart the door handle and go with the lock cylinder to a locksmith, they can make a key for you.

If not the same, it will be difficult, to say the least, to get the lock cylinder out of the ignition, but worth a try.

Failing that, you can get a whole new ignition switch, with lock cylinder and key, and replace the whole unit.

[Clyde65]

Change your keys!

If your truck is open, get a locksmith to change the door key asap. then order new ignition switch,lock cylinder and door locks from your favorite parts store.

[63 & 64 Bowties]

member LockDoc, a locksmith, just did a post about this:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=630654

[old cool]

Got a question or two that would fit under this thread. Hope that's ok?
My door handle is aftermarket (new) and the truck came without a key. When I push the door handle down in the lock position from inside, it seems stiff and hard to lock. I can't imagine a key lifting the handle. Is this a common problem? It seems obvious that I will need to get the handle moving smoothly before even bothering with a key? And since I will need to get the mechanism operating more freely, is that just a matter or removing the door panel and spaying some silicone or lithium on the handle guts. FYI: 66 GMC

[oem4me]

Originally Posted by old cool

Got a question or two that would fit under this thread. Hope that's ok?
My door handle is aftermarket (new) and the truck came without a key. When I push the door handle down in the lock position from inside, it seems stiff and hard to lock. I can't imagine a key lifting the handle. Is this a common problem? It seems obvious that I will need to get the handle moving smoothly before even bothering with a key? And since I will need to get the mechanism operating more freely, is that just a matter or removing the door panel and spaying some silicone or lithium on the handle guts. FYI: 66 GMC

I can't say exactly what's keeping your inside lever from working freely, but even if it were, the outside push button will not lift the lever. A key will NOT let you in if the inside lever is down.

[66Submarine]

Originally Posted by oem4me

I can't say exactly what's keeping your inside lever from working freely, but even if it were, the outside push button will not lift the lever. A key will NOT let you in if the inside lever is down.

X2; all my trucks have a firm detent or whatever IIRC. The keyed lock is a separate mechanism.

[tincan1966]

Originally Posted by old cool

Got a question or two that would fit under this thread. Hope that's ok?
My door handle is aftermarket (new) and the truck came without a key. When I push the door handle down in the lock position from inside, it seems stiff and hard to lock. I can't imagine a key lifting the handle. Is this a common problem? It seems obvious that I will need to get the handle moving smoothly before even bothering with a key? And since I will need to get the mechanism operating more freely, is that just a matter or removing the door panel and spaying some silicone or lithium on the handle guts. FYI: 66 GMC

The only function the key in the outside handle does is prevent the button from being pushed in. It is not connected to the lock mechanism of the latch at all.
Secondly , if you were to put the inside lever in the "lock" position and then shut the door, it will kick the lever back to the middle position. This is, of coarse, IF it is assembled and working correctly. These trucks are designed to not allow you to lock your keys in. In all actuality, the inside lever should not be in an "up" or "down" position. I believe they should be pointing mostly down and be operated either forward or rearward. This is why some worn latches may lock the doors when they are shut firmly, the weight of the lever handle causes it to drop and lock the doors.