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Subject:Re: vanagon rekey
From:Bob O Shaughnessy
Date:Mon, 13 May 2002 11:14:46 -0400

On 5/12/02 10:29 PM, "Steve Sandlin" <vwcarlocks@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote:

> At one time Vanagain had some complete lock sets.  I think replacing all the
> locks is a bit overkill.  Why not get a locksmith to make you a key to the
> code, and repair any locks that might be troublesome.  Most of the time a
> correctly cut key and cleaning and lubricating the locks will solve the
> problem.  The locks can, if necessary, be rekeyed at a substantial savings
> over the cost of new locks.  Feel free to contact me if you have further
> questions.
> Steve Sandlin
> Steve's Lock Shoppe
> '84 Wolfsburg Westy
> '79 Kombi
> '00 New Beetle
>
>
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    Steve, my biggest problem is the half-key jammed into the ignition lock
cylinder.

    Do you know if I can disassemble it and get it functional again, or
order one keyed to my code?

    What all is involved in re-keying?

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Bob O'Shaughnessy,         Columbus, OH
vanagon@columbus.rr.com
99 A3 Jetta TDI
85GL with basic Westy interior
82 Diesel Westy (with blown engine)
74 Bus (Dad's)
72 Wife, 95 Cat, 96 Cat, 98 Kid, 00 Kid, 01 Dog
25 House

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