Randy, from your description, I would guess that a new key is in order.
Lubrication has been suggested, but the need to wiggle generally indicates
the need for a correctly cut key.  The code number for the lock is on the
tailpiece of the door handle, which is the forked-shaped casting on the end
of the lock.  If you'd like me to make the key, I have VW original keys with
the VW logo, black plastic headed keys, or generic style keys.  Please let
me know if I can be of assistance.
Steve Sandlin
http://www.steveslockshop.com

>From: Randy Weersing <Rrramunda@AOL.COM>
>Reply-To: Rrramunda@AOL.COM
>To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>Subject: lock problem
>Date: Mon, 28 May 2001 17:29:06 EDT
>
>Hello.......New member here. I have a 82 Vanagon with 85 Jetta
>power......love it! I was glad to find this group. I have a problem with
>keys
>someone out there must know the answer to. Although still going strong
>after
>216k miles, my van's key is worn out. I have to fiddle like a safecracker
>to
>get the doors to lock and unlock. A local locksmith told me I have to take
>out all the locks and bring them in for him to fit new keys. I'm not buying
>that........must be an easier way. Just copying the old key is no good
>because all I get is a copy of a worn out key. Isn't there a code or
>something I can use to get a new key made? Thanks for any help.
>
>Randy, Elmira (near Eugene) Oregon
>
>
>
>

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