VW flip key mod ***lotsa pics***

[mr.mitsu]

Hey guys,

I picked up a couple VW key fobs and wanted to install my key inside.

So...off to the garage /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

Here are pics of keys. Mine is on the left and my brother's Honduh on the right.

First off, I pulled the 2 halves apart. You can use a small screwdriver to help pry.

I removed the VW sticker on the back. Underneath there is a small Phillips screw.

Here is a exploded pic of the "upper" guts /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

VW key. Notice the slot near the top for the spring pin

I popped out the pin with a modified precision screwdriver

Then I did layout and filed the profile of the VW key onto mine.

(no pics)

Once everything lined up (with some filing) I put the guts back together. You have to twist the upper portion counter clockwise once before you close it up.

Rice or nice?

 

[SleepinGVR4]

Be even better if you could get the buttons to work with the car too.

 

[mr.mitsu]

I thought about it, but I'm not too savy with electronics /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

 

[SleepinGVR4]

Actually you know whats funny my buddy has a mitsu flip key holder with out any buttons on it. I'll try to get him to post a picture of it. I bet you wish you knew that before you took on this project.

 

[AnotherNewb]

keep it oem

 

[SleepinGVR4]

/\--- I like how the 2 buttons don't do anything. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rofl.gif

 

[Brunoboy]

Quoting AnotherNewb:
keep it oem



I will buy this, and send a key to the OP if he'd do it. let me know how much you'd charge to do the service lol.

 

[BoostedAWD91]

This is what i got with my car. Its a aftermarket item i believe you can still buy somewhere

 

[alansupra94]

Pretty f***ing cool OP! To get it to work, you would probably have to get a the VW electronics for inside of the car.

 

[transparentdsm]

such a cool idea, i want one now....

 

[Andy_S]

Quoting BoostedAWD91:
This is what i got with my car. Its a aftermarket item i believe you can still buy somewhere





I have the same key for my MR2.

 

[6gCarb]

this is nice.

 

[transparentdsm]

think its still available through the dealership???

 

[mr.mitsu]

Quoting AnotherNewb:
keep it oem



I actually bought that already!

It's far from OEM hahaha. It lacks the weight the VW fobs have. The feel is cheap and plastic-y. The part the key sits in is chrome plated plastic as opposed to metal. And yes, the buttons are non-functional

Thanks anyway /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

P.S. Anyone planning on picking this ebay fob, you CAN NOT use the key in our cars. The key pattern is for the Evo. It's basically a mirror image /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

This mod is very easy. I wouldn't be able to sleep charging someone to do this. What with shipping charges and down time.

I was able to do 2 in about 20 min /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

IF someone wanted me to, pm me and we can work something out /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[mr.mitsu]

Found this on ebay for $15 shipped

click

 

[89Mirageman]

You guys need to sweet talk Curtis into cutting some custom aluminum ones using the VW one as a template. Maybe even put the badge # on them or the Mitsu logo.

 

[transparentdsm]

love that idea ^^^^^ /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/applause.gif

 

[transparentdsm]

Quoting mr.mitsu:
Quoting AnotherNewb:
keep it oem



I actually bought that already!

It's far from OEM hahaha. It lacks the weight the VW fobs have. The feel is cheap and plastic-y. The part the key sits in is chrome plated plastic as opposed to metal. And yes, the buttons are non-functional

Thanks anyway /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

P.S. Anyone planning on picking this ebay fob, you CAN NOT use the key in our cars. The key pattern is for the Evo. It's basically a mirror image /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif


oh fudge sticks! i just bought one for my vr4 and one for my Rs AWD darn it /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/banghead.gif
This mod is very easy. I wouldn't be able to sleep charging someone to do this. What with shipping charges and down time.

I was able to do 2 in about 20 min /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

IF someone wanted me to, pm me and we can work something out /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif