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Old 09-08-2008, 04:10 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by djb2 View Post
You should keep the key pattern that came with the car. That way it will be easy to get replacement keys cut from the VIN.

The replacement handles don't come with lock cylinders. It's easiest to get the cylinders from a boneyard -- they aren't popular parts to take, and you'll get to practice. Swapping wafers around to re-key a lock cylinder is really easy once you know how to do it.

This is definitely a DIY. It will take less time than traveling to have the work done, and you'll be much more careful with your door panels than someone on the clock.
Nice, I'll probably just get a used one and swap the wafers. Trouble is, the junk yards are close to a half hour away. Any good used sources online? (work fulltime and go to school fulltime). Thanks!
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