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07-28-2019, 05:18 PM | #1 |
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Replacement Ignition Key
Is there a way to get a replacement ignition key for a 1940 Ford column ignition switch by providing the cylinder number? I have removed the cylinder but I don't have a key. I can find replacement blanks but no cut keys. The number on the cylinder is "FK 402". Thanks
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07-28-2019, 05:47 PM | #2 | |
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Re: Replacement Ignition Key
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07-28-2019, 06:17 PM | #3 |
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Re: Replacement Ignition Key
pm 32phil
A great ford locksmith. He will send you his phone # and talk to you. A real Ford guy John |
07-29-2019, 06:51 AM | #4 |
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Re: Replacement Ignition Key
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=46583
Phil cut mine from the door cylinder code, works great. |
07-29-2019, 07:23 AM | #5 |
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Re: Replacement Ignition Key
Just be aware if you have not used the lock cylinder in the past, a new key may not work due to unseen problems with the cylinder. a new key is worth a try. Also spray a cleaner in the cylinder and then a light lubricant (not WD-40).
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07-29-2019, 07:59 AM | #6 |
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EDIT: I started this post before Terry posted, and got sidetracked with something else, them came back and posted, so I am sorta repeating some of the same things he said. PS....Originally, the ignition lock cylinder and passenger door lock cylinder are usually keyed the same. On my 35 avatar, I could not get the ignition key to work in the door, so I removed the door lock cylinder and had a locksmith make a new key to the numbers on that cylinder and it did not work. So we sprayed some sort of cleaner into the key opening and gently worked the key in and out, and side to side in the cylinder, and the lock began working intermittently at first. The more I worked with it, the better it got.
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07-29-2019, 09:36 AM | #7 | |
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07-29-2019, 09:54 AM | #8 |
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Re: Replacement Ignition Key
32Phil is the man for the job.
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07-29-2019, 01:23 PM | #9 |
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Re: Replacement Ignition Key
Thank You all for the kind endorsements.
olddragracer you can call me with your info and I will cut your key. If there is an issue I can help further if necessary Phil 845 551 5132
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08-01-2019, 08:55 PM | #10 |
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Re: Replacement Ignition Key
Thanks everyone for the help. And thanks for the offer Phil. I will give you a call. I am in Texas.
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