Re: Packard Keys
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Either one will work as most of us are viewing this the "flat thread view" in chronological order. But if someone was viewing this in the "thread tree view" (Looks like an upside down tree). Then the reply button on the bottom would add a "general" reply on the trunk of the tree, while the in-post reply button would add a reply on that current branch of a tree.
I hate forums that use the tree style view as use have to wade through all the branch levels to read the responses and things get ugly and confusing quickly. That is why the default here is the "Flat Thread View" mode.
Posted on: 2009/12/1 12:43
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-BigKev
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For those who want to spend some extra $$$, Max Merritt offers duplicated Packard factory key blanks for $10 each. I think the keys are on their website.
Posted on: 2009/12/1 19:56
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Buddy, This might be your answer. Replace the entire lock cylinder.
cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1935-1936-1937-1 ... rts_Accessories?hash=item2ea98ee58c
Posted on: 2009/12/2 13:17
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I just did a search at MM's site for "key blank".
Judging from the images shown for P/Ns 458061 and 458062, I believe his keys are repros, but fairly well-done. The main difference is the lack of the "U.S.A.", which appears just below the word "DETROIT" on my OE keys, and the finish of the background of the embossed area on the OE key has a satin finish. The latter is hard to describe unless you've seen one; the background of the OE square and oval head GM key blanks used back in the 1970s had similar appearance. IMHO, MM's repro key blanks are reasonably close enough that I'd pay the $10 for those over the same price for NORS Briggs & Stratton blanks. (CAUTION: many eBay listings for NOS Packard key blanks are actually NORS B&SA/BASCO blanks.) Yet, I'd want to have a couple of inexpensive aftermarket blanks so that whoever is going to cut the repro key blanks will have something to practice with, first. To cut new keys for these fine old vehicles, look for someone who has some old Curtis automotive locksmithing tools and experience with originating keys for the older vehicles (they're still out there). Properly maintained and adjusted the old "Curtis clipper" will produce results that look and operate like the keys that came with the vehicle when it left the factory. In contrast, retail stores that make keys for a couple of bucks are only tracing your existing key - in effect, making a new key with what equates to worn cuts.
Posted on: 2009/12/2 13:42
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