Lost Key

[TexasChevy]

So I have a 95 Chevy K1500 and today while I was running around with someone else, I seemed to have lost my key. Unfortunately the truck only had one key and I have not gotten around to making a spare. I tried using a paperclip or a small screwdriver to move the pins and turn the cylinder but that didn't work, I figured it was worn down because my key was pretty dull and could be removed while the truck was on. I'm kinda stuck now on what to do. I wouldn't mind it being able to start without a key just need a fix to be able to use it.

Sorry that was kinda long, Thanks in advance for the help,
David

 

[1997chevydriver]

Go to the dealership with your license and the registration (has to be in your name). And they can cut a key from your vin number


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[95Escahoe]

Go to the dealership with your license and the registration (has to be in your name). And they can cut a key from your vin number


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X2 that's your best bet if nothing was ever changed

 

[TexasChevy]

I'll call my local dealership tomorrow and see what they can do for me. Kinda hoping there was some kinda trick to get it to work without a key !
Anything if the cylinders been changed before?
Thanks for the info though!

 

[95Escahoe]

If they have been changed then your prolly outta luck cause all the dealer can do is copy your key or make one based on your vin

 

[TexasChevy]

Ya we'll see what the dealer says. I could change the cylinder myself but from what I understand you need the key to do that. I assume there is a more destructive way of doing it.

 

[sewlow]

I assume there is a more destructive way of doing it.

Slide hammer. Yank the tumbler out with that, then from the passenger side, kick the wheel on it's rotation to break the steering lock. Stick a larger flat screwdriver into the opening where the tumbler came out of. There's a keyway inside the tumbler hole that you gotta get the screwdriver into. Twist in the direction to start.

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[TexasChevy]

Ya that is definitely the destructive way of doing it. Although if you can get it to turn after yanking the tumbler out does the steering wheel lock disengage, also does the gear selector free up as well. This is not my first choice, but will definitely work if I cant get a replacement key!

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Hear what? Lol! Not like the internet never taught anyone something bad or anything.

 

[sewlow]

I don't believe that the steering lock releases after the tumbler's out. It's a flat rod that slides up & down with the twisting of the key.
The gear selector should release with the twisting of the screwdriver.
Some have the male end of the tumbler inside. That can be turned with a pair of needlenose pliers.

 

[skylark]

I have had my locksmith make lots of keys. Typically they are $15-25.