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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 02:41 PM
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Default New keys

I only got one key when I bought my 2004 Vette. I bought two new ones from a vendor but they came with no instructions. They have the same resistance in the pellets as the original. They only difference is they have the small head and the groove down the middle doesn't go quite as far up. Do I just get them cut by anyone with a key machine or is there something else I have to do to make them work?
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 02:53 PM
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As long as you have the correct Resistance all you need to do is go to your local locksmith and have them cut, I had mine cut for 3.50 each.
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Originally Posted by Mr.Bill
As long as you have the correct Resistance all you need to do is go to your local locksmith and have them cut, I had mine cut for 3.50 each.
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Did same thing on my 2004. Got small head key had it cut at key shop. worked great!
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 04:35 PM
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The small head versions are so much better as they take up less room in your pocket.
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 05:19 PM
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Originally Posted by eldudereno
The small head versions are so much better as they take up less room in your pocket.
Gotta have it!--who sells them?
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 05:55 PM
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Default Using small head one now - shop around for locksmith

Locksmiths here wanted exhorbitant amounts to just cut the key. Found one that did it for $1.50. Not rocket science.
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