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GMANtt
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 Posted: Sun Oct 19, 2014 10:05 pm Post subject: Original VW key possible? |
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Hello all, I have a 65 vw with an aftermarket ignition, is it possible to cut a vw key, with the logo, to use in my aftermarket ignition? Or should I just find vw ignition with keys to save the hassle?
I've looked at most key codes and the SU key definitely does not look like my ignition key now.
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Joined: June 02, 2011
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Location: Louisville, ky
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| Posted: Sun Oct 19, 2014 10:23 pm Post subject: |
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| not a chance. Easiest way is to buy the vw ignition. Look in the samba classifies, i'm sure there are some available right now. |
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Helfen
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Joined: January 19, 2009
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Location: Vulcania
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| Posted: Sun Oct 19, 2014 10:51 pm Post subject: Re: original vw key possible? |
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| GMANtt wrote: |
Hello all, I have a 65 vw with an aftermarket ignition, is it possible to cut a vw key, with the logo, to use in my aftermarket ignition? Or should I just find vw ignition with keys to save the hassle?
I've looked at most key codes and the SU key definitely does not look like my ignition key now.
Thanks guys! |
I have a 65 1200 "A" sedan and it uses the steering wheel lock/ignition switch and the key you have is the type used. My keys are original , but the original keys have the VW logo stamped on them. You have a replacement key.
click on the link for a picture of my ignition sw.:
https://www.thesamba.com/vw/gallery/pix/516079.jpg |
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Bruce
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Location: Left coast, Canada
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| Posted: Mon Oct 20, 2014 12:11 am Post subject: Re: original vw key possible? |
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| Helfen wrote: |
I have a 65 1200 "A" sedan and it uses the steering wheel lock/ignition switch and the key you have is the type used.
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Column lock keys are not the same as the repro ignition key in the pics above.
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Helfen
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Location: Vulcania
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| Posted: Mon Oct 20, 2014 10:07 am Post subject: Re: original vw key possible? |
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| Bruce wrote: |
| Helfen wrote: |
I have a 65 1200 "A" sedan and it uses the steering wheel lock/ignition switch and the key you have is the type used.
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Column lock keys are not the same as the repro ignition key in the pics above. |
Mine is, and it has the VW logo. I know nothing is amiss, I've owned the car for forty six years and I knew the original owner. |
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Bruce
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| Posted: Mon Oct 20, 2014 7:26 pm Post subject: Re: original vw key possible? |
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| Helfen wrote: |
| Bruce wrote: |
| Helfen wrote: |
I have a 65 1200 "A" sedan and it uses the steering wheel lock/ignition switch and the key you have is the type used.
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Column lock keys are not the same as the repro ignition key in the pics above. |
Mine is, and it has the VW logo. I know nothing is amiss, I've owned the car for forty six years and I knew the original owner. |
I'm not saying there's anything wrong with your car, I'm saying the repro ignition locks use their own unique key. It may appear to look similar, but it doesn't interchange.
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gt1953
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Location: White Mountains Arizona
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I am lucky to be able to source a key, thank goodness for the Samba.
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