Corvette C5 Key Mod
Race Director
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From: Hurst, TX USA
Originally Posted by 2vettes2go
looks great BUT if i may make a suggestion; turn the key blade 90 dregrees so the fob will hang down the dash instesd of sticking out from the dash. i would be in the market for one like that. good luck
My knee hits the regular key at times (I'm 6' 5") sticking out like that would it be very much in my way, I'm afraid.
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Racer
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From: Chicago IL
Originally Posted by NitrousMan
How much does it weigh? Since it sticks straight out of the ignition will it be hard on the ignition assembly since it will create more leverage with it sticking out?
As referred to in a previous post the unit that we are making actually weighs less thank the stock unit with just the key and the fob, 1.25 as compared to 1.5 oz.
Supporting Tuner
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From: ================== Houston, Texas www.englandgreen.com ================== Necessary Evil™ __________
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St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'07-'08-'09-'10-'11-'12-'13-'14
Are we there yet? 
I was the first to respond back in the dark ages of this thread and I'm still waiting to buy a couple...
Just Kidding!!!
I've got first dibs when you finally get this all squared away - put me down for 2 "empties" on the very top of your pre-order list.
EG
I was the first to respond back in the dark ages of this thread and I'm still waiting to buy a couple...
Just Kidding!!!
I've got first dibs when you finally get this all squared away - put me down for 2 "empties" on the very top of your pre-order list.
EG
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From: North Augusta, SC
Originally Posted by BlackC5Vette
I can gurantee two things, one is that it won't be just a few days, second that it won't be longer than 2 weeks. But rest assured that when you order you will be given an email confirming the order along with an "expected delivery date". That' all I can say right now. 
Could you at least throw us some more bread crumbs and give us a hint on the prices.
BTW, I'm in on a pre-order for an empty as long as the price is reasonable.
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Racer
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From: Chicago IL
Originally Posted by markcz
I had to post again to get this thread back into my recent topics, but FYI, it's been 2 weeks again.
Could you at least throw us some more bread crumbs and give us a hint on the prices.
BTW, I'm in on a pre-order for an empty as long as the price is reasonable.
Could you at least throw us some more bread crumbs and give us a hint on the prices.
BTW, I'm in on a pre-order for an empty as long as the price is reasonable.
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How do I go about buying (pre-order) one for my 04 C5?
I would like the std. Black case with the corvette logo and I'll use my chip/computer board from my current key kob. <--- How much money?
I would like the std. Black case with the corvette logo and I'll use my chip/computer board from my current key kob. <--- How much money?
Last edited by PDRR; Apr 1, 2005 at 12:17 AM.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Apr 2003
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From: Pleasanton CA
I'll bite!
I like the idea - especially with the 50th logo!
keep me on th elist for that one.
I also agree with turning the key 90 degrees OR should I ask how does it look when it's in the ingition?
I like the idea - especially with the 50th logo!
keep me on th elist for that one.
I also agree with turning the key 90 degrees OR should I ask how does it look when it's in the ingition?
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Racer
Joined: Apr 2002
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From: Chicago IL
Originally Posted by UR LZN
I also agree with turning the key 90 degrees OR should I ask how does it look when it's in the ingition?
Take a look at the pictures and you'll see that the there is more than enough room (I'm 6'1'' and my knee's haven't even been close to touching to the unit for the year that I've been using it).
Below are the requested pictures of the key in the ignition, sorry for the pic quality, I sent my assitant out to take a few quick shots (it was raining)!
Let me know what you guys think!
Last edited by BlackC5Vette; Apr 1, 2005 at 07:00 PM.
Instructor
Joined: Oct 2003
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From: Virginia Beach Va
It looks pretty cool, but I'm wondering what it will look like with a few more keys hanging on the keychain. I have my house key and office key on the keychain.
I'm concerned about the ignition lock getting damaged.
That said, I can't wait to get one.
Can you ballpark a timeline???
I'm concerned about the ignition lock getting damaged.
That said, I can't wait to get one.
Can you ballpark a timeline???
Instructor
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From: rancho santa margarita, ca
Originally Posted by BlackC5Vette
***WARNING: BY CLICKING INTO THIS THREAD YOU HAVE JUST ACKNOWLEDGED A CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND CORVETTE KEY INC. IF YOU WOULD NOT LIKE TO BE PART OF THIS AGREEMENT, PLEASE EXIT IMMEDIATELY! THOSE WHO ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE CAN READ ON.***
LOL. I'm no lawyer but I'd love to see how you'd hold someone to such an agreement as you're posting this info on a public forum.
Anyway, the product looks great and I am really looking forward to seeing the pricing.
Drifting
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From: Shavertown PA
Originally Posted by m1k3
LOL. I'm no lawyer but I'd love to see how you'd hold someone to such an agreement as you're posting this info on a public forum.
Anyway, the product looks great and I am really looking forward to seeing the pricing.
Anyway, the product looks great and I am really looking forward to seeing the pricing.
sorry just bored here.....want to keep this post at the top...
I think another option in the poll is needed:
"I want it, but if it takes much longer, forget it, I'll do it myself."
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Racer
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From: Chicago IL
Originally Posted by m1k3
LOL. I'm no lawyer but I'd love to see how you'd hold someone to such an agreement as you're posting this info on a public forum.
Anyway, the product looks great and I am really looking forward to seeing the pricing.
Anyway, the product looks great and I am really looking forward to seeing the pricing.
"Anyways guys, I got some color sample units in today, I'll post pics of them in a few hours later on tonight, let me know what you think, and how well they match the real C5 colors.
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Racer
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From: Chicago IL
Originally Posted by HeavenIsABlownC5
I think another option in the poll is needed:
"I want it, but if it takes much longer, forget it, I'll do it myself."
"I want it, but if it takes much longer, forget it, I'll do it myself."
I wish we didn't have to jump through so many hoops for GM, and the other big guys out there before we launch this product... but we do. And that takes time...
You guys have been awesome, in showing support and interest in this, so don't worry we're gonna show you guys our appreciation soon!
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From: DFW, TX www.vettestripes.com
St. Jude Donor '03-'04-'05-'06-'07-'08
Originally Posted by BlackC5Vette
We have spent over 3 years and 5000 man hours in designing this unit ...