Ignition Key Copy Cost?
08-14-2008, 10:52 AM
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Ignition Key Copy Cost?
Hey all.. I was just wondering.. how much is it to get a copy of the VATS key for an 89 Camaro RS? I know the door key is just a simple copy.. but I have to go to the dealer to get a copy of the VATS key, if I am thinking correctly.
Just wondering if anyone has, and how much it set you back. Thanks!
Just wondering if anyone has, and how much it set you back. Thanks!
08-14-2008, 01:45 PM
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Re: Ignition Key Copy Cost?
I paid around $25 for the VATS key for my 89 Corvette, which is the same kind as your car. I went to a local lock place rather than the dealer.
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Re: Ignition Key Copy Cost?
this way save you about $12
here is the link to get key blanks and second tells you how to decode the resistor
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1989-...spagenameZWDVW
http://www.vatskey.com/vats/vatskeylock.htm
or you could just wire in a resistor and just use a regular gm key with no chip.
here is the link to get key blanks and second tells you how to decode the resistor
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1989-...spagenameZWDVW
http://www.vatskey.com/vats/vatskeylock.htm
or you could just wire in a resistor and just use a regular gm key with no chip.
08-15-2008, 08:49 AM
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Re: Ignition Key Copy Cost?
Thank you guys! 
At least now I have an idea of what to do. Probably just go with getting one made locally. $25 isn't that bad - considering.
Thanks again!
At least now I have an idea of what to do. Probably just go with getting one made locally. $25 isn't that bad - considering.
Thanks again!
08-25-2008, 03:48 PM
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Re: Ignition Key Copy Cost?
check your local hardware stores as well.
stores here cut them for 12-15 bucks. they have a techtronic machine to check your key vs the new one. pretty much the same thing as a locksmith, without the "corvette tax" added on.
good luck.
stores here cut them for 12-15 bucks. they have a techtronic machine to check your key vs the new one. pretty much the same thing as a locksmith, without the "corvette tax" added on.
good luck.
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