C3 Tech/Performance V8 Technical Info, Internal Engine, External Engine, Basic Tech and Maintenance for the C3 Corvette
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Lost Key

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Aug 2, 2008 | 08:00 PM
  #1  
Ybnormal's Avatar
Ybnormal
Thread Starter
Racer
20 Year Member
 
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 478
Likes: 3
From: Huntsville AL
Default Lost Key

Well I knew it would happen, just when
I only had one ignition key to the column but spares to the door and now I can't find the ignition key. So what are my options? Have a locksmith come to the house and make a key or is there a nuber somewhere I can get from the ignition switch and take to him to get a key made?
Thanks,
YBnormal...drive a vette
Reply
Old Aug 3, 2008 | 01:16 PM
  #2  
Willcox Corvette's Avatar
0Willcox Corvette
Former Vendor
 
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 76,656
Likes: 1,847
From: Jeffersonville Indiana 812-288-7103
St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10-'11-'12-'13-'14-'15
Default

If it were a door key it would be simple. The door lock cylinders have the key code marked on them. But. . . On your car or any ignition cylinder there is no code. You'll need to get a locksmith on this one.

Willcox Inc.
Reply
Old Aug 3, 2008 | 01:51 PM
  #3  
jnb5101's Avatar
jnb5101
Le Mans Master
 
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 8,117
Likes: 104
From: charlotte north carolina
Default

on my 72 there is a code on the ignition lock cylinder xx##. i just had a locksmith make two new keys because the only other key was an old aluminum type. follow jim shea's papers on disassembling the column to get to the lock.
Reply

Get notified of new replies

To Lost Key





All times are GMT -4. The time now is 07:57 AM.

story-0
5 Reasons to Upgrade to an LS6-Powered Corvette; 5 Reasons to Stay LT2

Slideshow: Should you buy a 2020-2026 Corvette or wait for 2027?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-22 10:08:58


VIEW MORE
story-1
2027 Corvette vs The World: Every Model vs Closest Competitor

Slideshow: 2027 Corvette lineup vs the world.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-20 17:58:41


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Most Common Corvette Problems of the Last 20 Years!

Slideshow: 10 major Corvette problems from the last 20 years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-14 16:37:05


VIEW MORE
story-3
5 MOST and 5 LEAST Popular Corvette Model Years in History!

Slideshow: 5 most and least popular Corvette model years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-08 13:25:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
2027 Corvette Buyer's Guide: Everything You Need to Know!

Slideshow: 2027 Corvette buyer's guide

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-17 16:41:08


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things C8 Corvette Owners Hate (But Won't Tell You)

Slideshow: 10 things C8 Corvette owners hate, but won't tell you.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-01 18:36:07


VIEW MORE
story-6
10 Best Corvettes Coming to Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach 2026!

Slideshow: Should you add one of these incredible Corvettes to your garage?

By Brett Foote | 2026-04-01 18:14:05


VIEW MORE
story-7
Every Corvette Grand Sport Explained! (C2, C4, C6, C7, & C8)

Slideshow: Every Corvette Grand Sport explained

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-26 07:13:44


VIEW MORE
story-8
Grand Sport & Grand Sport X Launch Alongside All-New 535hp LS6 V8!

Slideshow: Breaking down the 2027 Grand Sport, Grand Sport X, Stingray, and LS6 V8.

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-26 13:48:45


VIEW MORE
story-9
5 Reasons Bad Drivers Crash & 5 Ways to Avoid a Costly Mistake!

Slideshow: 5 reasons bad drivers crash sports cars & 5 ways to avoid a costly shame!

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-25 16:32:55


VIEW MORE