On Thu, 24 Apr 2003, Jeff Oxroad wrote:

> I'm thinking I will have to change the lock cylinders on my Vanagon including
> the door locks and the ignition switch. Anyone have an idea as to the cost,
> difficulty, and time, of a lock switch. Easiest and least expensive way is
> best of course  i.e. can the lock cylinders be replaced without changing the
> door handles and the ignition switch.

The door handles, at least, come apart pretty easily.

I'm not sure about the sliding door and rear hatch locks.  Does anyone
know if these can be disassembled and rekeyed like the front door handles?
I have no less than three different keyings on my Westy's locks and I'd
like to try to make them all the same.

David Brodbeck, N8SRE
'82 Diesel Westfalia
'94 Honda Civic Si