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Subject:Re: Keys from code
From:J.C.
Date:Thu, 12 May 2022 17:34:57 -0700

Are there any instructions you are following for replacing the slider
handle?

On Mon, May 9, 2022 at 7:02 PM Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote:

> Hi folks,
>
>         I learned from this list years ago that you can read the code off
> the front door handle and have Steve at his lock shop make a original key.
>         I just received my new keys from Steve and what a positive
> difference.  The original keys felt very loose and in fact the rear hatch
> lock was very tricky to use.
>
>         Now, the rear hatch lock works perfectly and the other locks feel
> much better.
>
>         Thanks Steve and thanks to the great info this list provides.
>
> Next, the replacemnt slider handle is coming and I’ll see if I have the
> skill to replace the lock cylinder.
>
> Eric Caron
> 84, and 85 Westfalias.
>

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