CRG Discussion Forum
Camaro Research Group Discussion => Restoration => Topic started by: john302 on February 27, 2024, 10:13:13 PM
-
Looking for someplace to recode some original locks and ignition lock cylinder . Anyone ? Jessers in Ohio ? thanks
-
Any REAL locksmith can handle this. I had some original doorlocks re-keyed to match my new IGN switch, I just called a local locksmith and gave him the locks and keys.
-
Looking for someplace to recode some original locks and ignition lock cylinder . Anyone ? Jessers in Ohio ? thanks
Real locksmiths are difficult to find, I define these as the old school trade who understood vintage automotive locks. I tried a couple of locksmiths locally, wasn't satisfied with the work and eventually sent my lock set to Jessers for restoration. Their work is very good (expensive) and turnaround is reasonable (couple of weeks). They do a lot with the NCRS membership.
-
I would recommend Steve Walker, he is a NCRS judge, and he has done keys for a couple of my Camaro's and just finished a set for my '59 Vette, he has a large collection of original GM NOS keys, ignition parts and locks, he will make sure they will pass NCSR PV judging, and his prices are very reasonable, his phone number is 505-573-6363.
-
Looking for someplace to recode some original locks and ignition lock cylinder . Anyone ? Jessers in Ohio ? thanks
Real locksmiths are difficult to find, I define these as the old school trade who understood vintage automotive locks. I tried a couple of locksmiths locally, wasn't satisfied with the work and eventually sent my lock set to Jessers for restoration. Their work is very good (expensive) and turnaround is reasonable (couple of weeks). They do a lot with the NCRS membership.
Boy am I lucky Lloyd. Our local guy is a 2nd generation locksmith and is past retirement age but still at it. I could not find the keys to our 68 and he took care of it along with even stamping the inserts with the code just like originals. He even used the hand punch to cut the key as originals looked. As you said, they are becomng very hard to find. He takes care of us guys and is a car guy himself.
-
Interesting topic one I am dealing with on my '69 Z28 Camaro.
When I restored my Camaro between 1995 - 2000, I purchase a GM NOS lock set that included the doors, trunk lid, glove box and ignition and had a set of NOS key blanks.
ISSUE: My door and trunk lid locks do not include the square tab in the inner spring loaded dust cover. The dust cover opening in my locks is an open rectangle. It took a while but I managed to remove the round stainless bezels (covers) from the door and trunk locks and removed the dust covers with the square tabs. I was able to hand polish the scratches from the bezels and "correct style" dust covers. I found a special automotive door lock bezel removal/installation tool on eBay Market Place but is comes from China. I have not ready any reviews how well it works, and I hesitate to purchase the tool and disassemble my NOS door locks to swap out and install the correct dust covers.
Does the Steve Walker remove and restore the bezel and dust covers when he services vintage auto key locks?
Here is a view of the tab in the door and trunk locks and the special tool I referred to.
Thanks!
Dave
-
Yes, he will! He is one of the retired car guys that does this for the passion not the profit and will take the time to explain details, he took over Pete Lindahl's business when he passed away, the Corvette guys would remember him he was also a great guy and resource for the hobby. I just wish I had an engine builder like that close by! Key's are a lot easier to ship than a motor!