Keys (Key Blanks) - Free Stuff - LotusTalk

EburgE · 01-29-2006, 08:34 PM

In appreciation of EliseTalk I am offering free key blanks. (All metal, without the black plastic tops.)

Please specify either Kaba Ilco key #:
1. Older lighted keys, style X222 (MZ27) blank OR
2. Newer X168 blank

For your free two (2) key blanks send me a private message with your mailing address, or send a self-addressed stamped envelope to:

Harold Owen
P. O. Box 111 (no relation to Lotus)
Eldersburg, MD 21784-0111

If you want to contribue to this effort, send a buck or Paypal mail@haroldowen.com. Each key costs me approximately $0.50 plus $0.39 postage.

For more information see thread: http://www.elisetalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18866

Thanks khamai, hatterhead, and Tim Mullen for identifying the part numbers.

rolandchen · 01-29-2006, 10:15 PM

$2 sent through PayPal. for older lighted key.
Thanks,
Roland

JLElise · 01-29-2006, 10:46 PM

$5 Paypal on its way. older lighted ones.

Hollywood · 01-30-2006, 02:31 AM

pm and paypal sent

babak · 01-30-2006, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Hollywood

pm and paypal sent

Ditto. Thanks very much for doing this. I'm also glad that people are taking into consideration the paypal 'tax' on transactions.
Cheers,

Hatterhead · 01-30-2006, 07:27 AM

SASE & $$ are on the way today.

Jim

Domino · 01-30-2006, 02:03 PM

Thanks Harold... got my blanks in the mail today. Too bad I didn't get'em before I destroyed one of my original keys whilst integrating it into the FOB.

-- Bob

Dave · 02-02-2006, 01:36 PM

Thanks Harold...keys received. It was a very kind gesture!

darkSol · 02-02-2006, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

Thanks Harold...keys received. It was a very kind gesture!

Ditto - they fit perfect! Thanks!

Osiris_x11 · 02-02-2006, 03:58 PM

Is there an image of the Elise/OPEL key blank offered, other than the PDF-file? I'm just curious, as I'm looking to place an order for another make, but wasn't sure if the "Ilco" script was embossed on the plastic cover of the key or that area was blank.

Thanks!

EburgE · 02-02-2006, 04:12 PM

Osiris x111, great question. Unfortunately these keys are not OEM, do not have plastic, and do not have lights. They do have the "ilco" logo. I have added the drawing to the original post. Thanks.

ntouched · 02-02-2006, 08:09 PM

I received my keys today. Looks like the post office thought you were sending something illegal, because they went through the envelope. All is well however, the key blanks were not damaged!

Thanks!

Troy

TimMullen · 02-03-2006, 12:04 PM

I was going to post this in the other thread about keys, but it appears to be locked.

In that thread, I posted:

Quote:

it appears that the closest match of all the keys on that page might be the X200/MZ22 key for Mazdas. The X222/MZ27 key is almost the same, and is what I have for my Miata. The X200 key appears to be a bit thicker judging from the diagram (the cross section diagrams is not looking at the end of the key, but looking at the "hole" the key will fit into. When I was trying the Axxess machines, the Axxess "41" key is what is used in my Miata, and the Elise key would not quite fit into the slot on the machine, indicating that it's a tad bit thicker than the Axxess "41" key (which won't work anyway because of the shape of the tip of it).

Well, the results are back. The X200/MZ22 key is too thick - it won't even go into the key slots.

That means that the X222/MZ27 key is the correct key for the Elise (or at least the closest commonly available key so far). So, Harold's X222 (MS27) key blanks are indeed the choice to use for the early lighted keys.

Keeper · 02-03-2006, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimMullen

That means that the X222/MZ27 key is the correct key for the Elise (or at least the closest commonly available key so far). So, Harold's X222 (MS27) key blanks are indeed the choice to use for the early lighted keys.

Thanks, Tim. I've been waiting to hear back from you about this.

It's good that the other thread was locked. It keeps all the new info in one place.

-Shawn

EburgE · 02-03-2006, 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimMullen

So, Harold's X222 (MS27) key blanks are indeed the choice to use for the early lighted keys.

Where's the "sign of relief" emoticon?!?

TimMullen · 02-05-2006, 03:55 PM

I have one more data point...

We took my key to a different lock smith yesterday. He found a key (for some Daewoo) that might even be closer to the original key. It fit in each of the locks and works fine, except for one thing. When inserted in the ignition, it works fine, but when I turn off the ignition, the key kind of "sticks" while I try to pull it out. I think that there might be some burrs on the side of the key that needs "trimming".

I'll let everyone know. In the mean time, it appears that the "Miata" (X222/MZ27) key should still be a good match...

xxxotic · 02-07-2006, 09:54 PM

I sent a check to you today for 5 bucks since I dont know how to use paypal (old style) and enclosed a postage paid envelope.

rolandchen · 02-07-2006, 11:55 PM

Harold, Thanks, blank keys received today.
Roland

Hatterhead · 02-10-2006, 09:31 AM

Got the keys yesterday. I also got my $$ back plus I didn't have enough postage on the envelope so you put on another stamp. You are quite generous

I took both blanks (X222) to a locksmith and he cut one but it was really long. I asked him to try the other using the 'hub' of the key rather than the 'tip' of the key for reference. The second key is nice and compact (even shorter than the original). If anyone plans on having keys made, make sure you specify this before they start because using the tip is much eaiser for them, but they can do it the other way.

Again, thanks for your generosity

Jim

EburgE · 02-10-2006, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hatterhead

I also got my $$ back...

01-29-2006, 08:34 PM	#1 (permalink)
EburgE Super 7 Owner In Training Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Eldersburg, MD Posts: 2,416	Keys (Key Blanks) - Free Stuff In appreciation of EliseTalk I am offering free key blanks. (All metal, without the black plastic tops.) Please specify either Kaba Ilco key #: 1. Older lighted keys, style X222 (MZ27) blank OR 2. Newer X168 blank For your free two (2) key blanks send me a private message with your mailing address, or send a self-addressed stamped envelope to: Harold Owen P. O. Box 111 (no relation to Lotus) Eldersburg, MD 21784-0111 If you want to contribue to this effort, send a buck or Paypal mail@haroldowen.com. Each key costs me approximately $0.50 plus $0.39 postage. For more information see thread: http://www.elisetalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18866 Thanks khamai, hatterhead, and Tim Mullen for identifying the part numbers. Attached Images __________________ '05 Lotus Elise '07 Caterham Seven www.hals7.com Last edited by EburgE : 02-02-2006 at 04:08 PM.

01-29-2006, 10:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
JLElise Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: New Jersey Posts: 485	$5 Paypal on its way. older lighted ones. __________________ 2005 Elise - Magnetic Blue, Tour, Black, Got Mine 11/04!! 2006 Subaru Baja 2000 BMW 328Ci 1997 Mazda Miata

01-30-2006, 02:31 AM	#4 (permalink)
Hollywood The Real Slim Shady Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Riverview, FL Posts: 799	pm and paypal sent __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise Magnetic Blue/Touring/Black (orderd 1/10/04)(Received 10/21/04) #528 QuickSilver exhaust, Larini De-Cat Pipe, custom intake, Xtec HID, Avic-N1, Chase Cam, Polk Speakers f&r My pictures! Elise/Exige Owners Map

01-30-2006, 07:27 AM	#6 (permalink)
Hatterhead Jim Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Orange County, California Posts: 116	Thanks SASE & $$ are on the way today. Jim

02-02-2006, 01:36 PM	#8 (permalink)
Dave Mods are good for you Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,961	Thanks Harold...keys received. It was a very kind gesture! __________________ 2008 Solar S240 Exige 2005 Saffron Elise - BOE TVS Supercharger 291WHP w/ EFI Engine Mgmt

01-29-2006, 10:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
rolandchen Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Silicon Valley Posts: 88	$2 sent through PayPal. for older lighted key. Thanks, Roland

01-30-2006, 02:03 PM	#7 (permalink)
Domino Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 201	Thanks Harold... got my blanks in the mail today. Too bad I didn't get'em before I destroyed one of my original keys whilst integrating it into the FOB. -- Bob

02-02-2006, 03:58 PM	#10 (permalink)
Osiris_x11 Man of Int'l Mystery Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Greater Austin, Texas Posts: 164	logo embossed on plastic cover of key? Is there an image of the Elise/OPEL key blank offered, other than the PDF-file? I'm just curious, as I'm looking to place an order for another make, but wasn't sure if the "Ilco" script was embossed on the plastic cover of the key or that area was blank. Thanks! __________________ 91 NSX type_U

02-02-2006, 04:12 PM	#11 (permalink)
EburgE Super 7 Owner In Training Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Eldersburg, MD Posts: 2,416	Osiris x111, great question. Unfortunately these keys are not OEM, do not have plastic, and do not have lights. They do have the "ilco" logo. I have added the drawing to the original post. Thanks. __________________ '05 Lotus Elise '07 Caterham Seven www.hals7.com

02-02-2006, 08:09 PM	#12 (permalink)
ntouched Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA Posts: 243	I received my keys today. Looks like the post office thought you were sending something illegal, because they went through the envelope. All is well however, the key blanks were not damaged! Thanks! Troy

02-05-2006, 03:55 PM	#16 (permalink)
TimMullen Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Chantilly, VA Posts: 11,382 Images: 19	I have one more data point... We took my key to a different lock smith yesterday. He found a key (for some Daewoo) that might even be closer to the original key. It fit in each of the locks and works fine, except for one thing. When inserted in the ignition, it works fine, but when I turn off the ignition, the key kind of "sticks" while I try to pull it out. I think that there might be some burrs on the side of the key that needs "trimming". I'll let everyone know. In the mean time, it appears that the "Miata" (X222/MZ27) key should still be a good match... __________________ Tim Mullen --- There is no such thing as Touring suspension or Touring wheels. I love being married. It's so great to find that one person that you want to annoy for the rest of your life. - Rita Rudner Chantilly, VA http://members.cox.net/elans4/ 05 Lotus Elise - Chrome Orange - No Touring - No LSS - No Hardtop - Lotus Driving Lights - Lotus "Chin Guards" - plain and simple. 94 Miata R Package - Black 72 Lotus Elan Sprint - Colorado Orange/Cirrus White

02-07-2006, 09:54 PM	#17 (permalink)
xxxotic Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 2,032	I sent a check to you today for 5 bucks since I dont know how to use paypal (old style) and enclosed a postage paid envelope.

02-07-2006, 11:55 PM	#18 (permalink)
rolandchen Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Silicon Valley Posts: 88	Harold, Thanks, blank keys received today. Roland

02-10-2006, 09:31 AM	#19 (permalink)
Hatterhead Jim Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Orange County, California Posts: 116	Thanks a bunch Got the keys yesterday. I also got my $$ back plus I didn't have enough postage on the envelope so you put on another stamp. You are quite generous I took both blanks (X222) to a locksmith and he cut one but it was really long. I asked him to try the other using the 'hub' of the key rather than the 'tip' of the key for reference. The second key is nice and compact (even shorter than the original). If anyone plans on having keys made, make sure you specify this before they start because using the tip is much eaiser for them, but they can do it the other way. Again, thanks for your generosity Jim

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