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Subject:Re: Where to get ignition key?
From:mike
Date:Mon, 27 Aug 2007 08:15:47 -0700

Steve has been having some medical problems and is currently unavailable
AFAIK,

Mike

On 8/27/07 6:29 AM, "Mike Collum" <collum@VERIZON.NET> wrote:

> Assuming all locks are original, you can remove a front door handle and
> get the key code from one of the two tines of the fork thereon.
>
> To remove the door handle, pull the door's rubber strip away, just a
> bit, from the area directly aft of the handle itself.  A Phillips head
> screw will be exposed.  Remove that screw and the outside handle can
> then move forward and come out.  You may have to clean up the tines just
> to see the numbers.
>
> I had to replace my "Worn" key and used the key code to have Steve
> Sandlin make a new one for me.  He has done other key and lock work for
> me and does excellent work.
>
> www.steveslockshop.com
>
> I just tried that link and it timed out.  Maybe it's just a temporary
> problem.  Anyway, any qualified locksmith should be able to cut a new
> key from the "Code" you get from the front handle.
>
> Mike
>
>
>
> karen k wrote:
>> My iginition key has worn unevely on 1 side.  Sometimes when I put in the
>> ignition, the van  doesn't start but if I use the other side it starts. I
>> don't want to dulicate key at local key shop since it will duplicate as is.
>>  Where can  I get another original key?  I assume dealer but any place
>> else?  How do I know where the code is for ignition key?  Thanks
>>
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