Anyone cut a full-size key?

[jblc]

Has anyone cut a full-size door lock key?
If so, where did you do it?

I have a separate alarm keyfob, and want to ditch the large Ranger fob -- instead just have a normal car key.

But I can't find a place to cut a normal Ford key (ie not one that attaches to a fob)

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[Desert_5G]

Google for a local locksmith and does automotive keys. THey all should be able to do it.

 

[tm1506]

I had this plain key made to hide on the outside of the truck if the keypad ever fails to work so I can at least get in. Got it made at a local locksmith that has a laser key cutting machine.

 

[NotBudule]

Id like to have one for the tailgate just in case , I tried it with the fob and it was a little scary.

 

[cfhgarza]

Some Ace Hardware can cut these style keys

 

[dabomb4097]

I did something like this for a previous F-150 with the flip-key fob and a hard ignition switch (Not Push to Start). The same key appears to also work with a Ranger.

I bought a 164-R8128 (Strattec 5923293) blank from some random online store for about $30, then took it to a local locksmith shop that cut it to match my flip-fob blade for another $30. Then you can program that new key to the PATS transponder so it'll start the car if needed too. If you have both original flip-fobs you can do a little procedure to program it yourself.

 

[OrangeStreak]

A guy who does keys for my Dealer cut this key for me. I like it because it is small and not bulky but has a chip in it...not a valet key. Figured it would be best to get a chip in the spare back-up key. Got a Flash Drive case (inserted the key in it) with a belt loop on Amazon and carry it on me for a back-up in case I lose the main Ranger key with Fob.

 

[Iowa Guy]

Has anyone cut a full-size door lock key?
If so, where did you do it?

I have a separate alarm keyfob, and want to ditch the large Ranger fob -- instead just have a normal car key.

But I can't find a place to cut a normal Ford key (ie not one that attaches to a fob)

I got a spare made at my local Ace Hardware

 

[got3fords]

A guy who does keys for my Dealer cut this key for me. I like it because it is small and not bulky but has a chip in it...not a valet key. I got a Flash Drive case (inserted the key in it) with a belt loop on Amazon and carry it on me for a back-up in case I lose the main Ranger key with Fob.

Nice, don't forget to check the battery once in a while. When I bought my Focus, I went through 3 batteries the first year, then hadn't replaced it till I sold it.

 

[mailbox4449]

Nice, don't forget to check the battery once in a while. When I bought my Focus, I went through 3 batteries the first year, then hadn't replaced it till I sold it.

I'm not 100% sure, but that specific key only has the "chip" imbedded in the handle to be able to start the vehicle. Other than manually locking/unlocking doors with the key, there is no "button" to function as a remote FOB, so no batteries are needed. I could be wrong. I'm sure someone will clarify if I'm mistaken.

 

[OrangeStreak]

I'm not 100% sure, but that specific key only has the "chip" imbedded in the handle to be able to start the vehicle. Other than manually locking/unlocking doors with the key, there is no "button" to function as a remote FOB, so no batteries are needed. I could be wrong. I'm sure someone will clarify if I'm mistaken.

Exactly right!

 

[got3fords]

I'm not 100% sure, but that specific key only has the "chip" imbedded in the handle to be able to start the vehicle. Other than manually locking/unlocking doors with the key, there is no "button" to function as a remote FOB, so no batteries are needed. I could be wrong. I'm sure someone will clarify if I'm mistaken.

Oh! Ok, makes sense.

 

[got3fords]

Exactly right!

Is there a part number for such key?

 

[OrangeStreak]

Is there a part number for such key?

James,
There is not a part number on the key but it has the Ford icon on both sides so you might want to contact your dealer for the part number. It does have a chip in it and will start the truck

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