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Kevin
03-18-2009, 02:15 PM
I got a key stuck in an ignition and when pulling it out it broke. Anyone have any experience with a locksmith that they would recommend? I'm also not looking forward to getting bent over and taken up the ole highway.

Thanks!
gsrboi80
03-18-2009, 02:51 PM
A couple times. If the car doesnt have an Immobilizer you might be better off getting a replacement mechanism and mated key from a JY. They usually have tons of them on the shelf
poisonivory
03-18-2009, 02:54 PM
my ignition got messed and i ordered a new one and changed it out by myself. Was quite easy compared to the hassle of getting a locksmith. but if you're looking to get the broken key out of your current ignition, i have no recommendations bro, sorry.
Kevin
03-18-2009, 03:00 PM
A couple times. If the car doesnt have an Immobilizer you might be better off getting a replacement mechanism and mated key from a JY. They usually have tons of them on the shelf

Yea I was thinking. I found a locksmith for $75 for everything no hidden fees so I'll try them to get it out. Looks like it might not be that hard.

my ignition got messed and i ordered a new one and changed it out by myself. Was quite easy compared to the hassle of getting a locksmith. but if you're looking to get the broken key out of your current ignition, i have no recommendations bro, sorry.

Yea I have to do more research, the ignition cylinder probably pops out right? I looked and the metal part is like bolted to the steering column.
poisonivory
03-18-2009, 03:20 PM
dude i am a total newb when it comes to DIY on a car. I got the new ignition cylinder from the dealer already assembled. It was rather straightforward. However, even though i drive a focus this may apply.......since the key is stuck you may be screwed...if i remember correctly i had to turn the key to a certain position so the cylinder lined up to slide it out.
zerioustt
03-18-2009, 03:30 PM
what kind of car? depending on how new the car is pulling a ignition isnt that hard.


or you could screwdriver it...lols
Kevin
03-18-2009, 10:05 PM
Paid $140 to have it drilled so it can be started with a screwdriver. Wheel stayed locked and couldn't drive it after I did for like 100 ft. and you have to hold it in ON to keep the car running. Wonder how bad they'll pound my asshole for an ignition cylinder and key installed
OutToWinPAHC
03-19-2009, 12:00 AM
What happened to 75 bucks
Kevin
03-19-2009, 07:55 AM
What happened to 75 bucks

**** if I know.

You don't need to drill a ignition cylinder to replace it right?
CHAOS
03-19-2009, 08:14 AM
kevin send a PM to ToTheIX's about this.
Kevin
03-19-2009, 08:28 AM
kevin send a PM to ToTheIX's about this.

Does Dustin have a gun? I'd like to blow my brains out before I piss away any more money lol
CHAOS
03-19-2009, 08:31 AM
hes a locksmith and has a lot of dsm experience... so i supposed hes the best possible person to talk to at this point.
Kevin
03-19-2009, 08:33 AM
hes a locksmith and has a lot of dsm experience... so i supposed hes the best possible person to talk to at this point.

Def, tank you Jon
97TurboDSM
03-19-2009, 02:25 PM
why didnt you just pop the ignition cylinder out? takes like 3 seconds
dragonfly2k3
03-19-2009, 03:32 PM
sell it. thats the only reasonable answer.
Kevin
03-19-2009, 04:05 PM
I'm trying
Red01Focus
03-20-2009, 08:10 PM
i locked my keys in the car once but since the car is on loan i got a free plan for 4years that includes lock smith, tow truck etc.
Kevin
03-20-2009, 09:34 PM
i locked my keys in the car once but since the car is on loan i got a free plan for 4years that includes lock smith, tow truck etc.

Your lucky.

I'm just gonna look for a new cylinder and key and do it myself. **** those Russian gypsys
OutToWinPAHC
03-20-2009, 11:45 PM
I just don't see why you actually paid 140 to let some dude drill your ignition. Thats when he says 140, you laugh and tell him to beat it.
Kevin
03-21-2009, 03:14 AM
I just don't see why you actually paid 140 to let some dude drill your ignition. Thats when he says 140, you laugh and tell him to beat it.

When a key is stuck in your ignition you cant just pop out the cylinder, it MUST be drilled. Just found that out from ToTheIX's
Red01Focus
03-21-2009, 06:43 PM
yeah that's what really sucks, when you have no alternatives
Kevin
03-21-2009, 09:32 PM
yeah that's what really sucks, when you have no alternatives

Yea, locksmiths must be loaded. Easy ****ing job and you get to charge, what seems, like whatever the **** you want