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Key replacement
Moderator: Jeremyvmd
- Bo Pop Pop
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Key replacement
I searched the archive, was surprised this hasn't been addressed. Any suggestions how might I obtain a mate to the singular skeleton key I received with the purchase of my new-to-me A25? A local locksmith told me he had no immediate sources for this key.
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Re: Key replacement
Why don't you post a couple of good clear pics of what you have? I have a couple skeletons laying around and if anything looks close you can have it/them to mess with.
Formerly
1983 40 Albin trunk cabin
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Mystic, CT
1983 40 Albin trunk cabin
Attitude Adjustment
Mystic, CT
- Bo Pop Pop
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Re: Key replacement
Good idea! The key isn't at home - it's on the boat right now (NOT under the welcome matjleonard wrote:Why don't you post a couple of good clear pics of what you have? I have a couple skeletons laying around and if anything looks close you can have it/them to mess with.
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Pat
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Re: Key replacement
You will have to go at flee market and find a dealer with old keys... bring one of your key, or better bring the lock and try to get the best one... with a little drill you can adjust the key you buy. Good luck!
(I found some of them at my local locksmith (expensive) and a lot at the flee market... and cheap)
(I found some of them at my local locksmith (expensive) and a lot at the flee market... and cheap)
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Re: Key replacement
Love the Flea Market idea! That makes me consider cruising some antique shops as well.leprof31 wrote:You will have to go at flee market and find a dealer with old keys... bring one of your key, or better bring the lock and try to get the best one... with a little drill you can adjust the key you buy. Good luck!
(I found some of them at my local locksmith (expensive) and a lot at the flee market... and cheap)
Still - I would think there must be some misguided collector-soul on the planet who is as quirky as we who own these lovable old treasures. There are collectors/dealers for most all else - it would seem that someone out there has a box full of old keys and similar artifacts, hoping to make a buck from guys like me.
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Re: Key replacement
I have been in a number of consignment shops that have "old treasures"
Rob S.
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"TENACIOUS"
1974 Chris Craft 36' Commander Tournament
Cummins 6BTA 330B's
(Former Owner)
"TOY-RIFIC" 2000 28TE, 6LP, Hull 408
Luck is the residue of good design.
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Re: Key replacement
I don't know if this helps or not but my A27 only came with one key and after almost losing it I thought I had better do something. After trying locksmiths to no avail I contacted my Isuzu dealer and simply changed out the whole key set so now I have two keys and no worries if I happen to lose one.
- leprof31
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Re: Key replacement
This is not an option with the A-25. And we are not talking about engine keys, but keys for doors. Engine keys, like volvo one, still available.
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Re: Key replacement
Finally remembered to take my camera. Here's a pic of the subject key - any ideas about sources for a replacement would be appreciated. Do rulz allow a cross-post on the maintenance forum with a wider interest base beyond the A-25?Bo Pop Pop wrote:Good idea! The key isn't at home - it's on the boat right now (NOT under the welcome matjleonard wrote:Why don't you post a couple of good clear pics of what you have? I have a couple skeletons laying around and if anything looks close you can have it/them to mess with.), so I'll take a pic and post in a day or two.
Pat
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Re: Key replacement
QUICK UPDATE on post #7: I found a key (2 in fact)!
With this item fresh on my mind, I needed to run an errand that brought me by an antique store that was open on Sunday. Ta Da! They had about 1/2 dozen assorted old skeleton keys and I found two that ought to fit. If not a perfect fit, I have a good base that I can grind or braze to make 'em work. I didn't quibble at the $7 apiece. I'll report here whether they work or not.
With this item fresh on my mind, I needed to run an errand that brought me by an antique store that was open on Sunday. Ta Da! They had about 1/2 dozen assorted old skeleton keys and I found two that ought to fit. If not a perfect fit, I have a good base that I can grind or braze to make 'em work. I didn't quibble at the $7 apiece. I'll report here whether they work or not.
It's always easier to stay found than to get un-lost.
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Re: Key replacement
Done. But, you may have already found a solution.Do rulz allow a cross-post on the maintenance forum with a wider interest base beyond the A-25?
Good Luck,
John
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Re: Key replacement
Sounds like a score!!
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1983 40 Albin trunk cabin
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1983 40 Albin trunk cabin
Attitude Adjustment
Mystic, CT
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Re: Key replacement
I just brought the cabin door into a locksmith (easier than removing the lock). He made me 2 new spares that work fine.
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Re: Key replacement
Thank God you didn't have to bring him the boat ![Very Happy :D](./images/smilies/icon_biggrin.gif)
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Max
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Serenity 98 28TE
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