Combined key fob??

[robstvr]

Guys,

Don't know about the newer models, but both chimss i've owned required a key, an immobiliser thing, and the central locking fob. Now, having a seperate immobiliser thing is fine, but carrying a key and the CL fob is a pain in the harris. Anybody know anywhere that may do a service of providing a combined key/cl fob as one, just like wot a modern car has? Just much less of a muckled affair.

Thoughts......

[JonRB]

robstvr said:

Anybody know anywhere that may do a service of providing a combined key/cl fob as one, just like wot a modern car has?

I've heard that there is a chap who will build your key into your fob (assuming it is the standard meta fob). I don't have any details though.

You may also be interested in a kit the Modwise do that allows you to open the boot without having to turn the ignition on and fumble under the dash for the boot release button.

[zippee]

Get in touch with Carl at [url]www.tvruk.tv[/url]
He did mine last year and it makes a huge difference in terms of looks and keyring junk!
Can't give you a price as he did it along with a few other bits but he's an exceptionally friendly chap.

finished product looks like this;

[dadamsv8]

Agree with previous post Carl is a great guy he converted two keys for me plus installed a remote boot entry kit. Highly recomend his services

>> Edited by dadamsv8 on Saturday 28th January 18:58

[robstvr]

Superb, guys!! I'll give the chap a call. Good work.

[tvrbob]

Your existing key fob has a recess that takes the metal part of you key. Open the fob, knock out the slot at the bottom. Cut off the black plastic from your key and insert it in the fob.

Simple to do, took me about 1/2hr

[robstvr]

Rock on!! I had a look at that, and did wonder - but was wary of farking it up. I'm an engineer, i fixx oil wells, this should be easy.....time to tool up!!

Cheers.

[robstvr]

Nope. No obvious slot. Perhaps it's a different type, or i'm just dumb. Which bit is the 'bottom'?

[tvrbob]

robstvr said:

Nope. No obvious slot. Perhaps it's a different type, or i'm just dumb. Which bit is the 'bottom'?

See the picture above. That shows where the key slot is in the fob. There should be a line in the moulding where you need to cut. I used a file to carefully shape it for a tight fit. The metal part of the key under the black plastic is quite small and fits neatly into the space at the inside bottom of the fob. No need to secure the key with anything, it's a tight fit and won't wobble. With your skills and the right file it should be no trouble.

[robstvr]

The top part of the fob, which holds the actual c/l circuit has a plastic 'pin' at the front which holds it to the other half. I would also need to remove this, right? I'd also point out that unlike the photo, my fob has TVR on the button. Same thing internally?

[tvrbob]

Mine has TVR on the button too. The one in the picture is very similar but is supplied by a third party. I've just had a look inside mine to remind myself of what I did. Leave the locating pin there and drill a small hole through the key to allow it to locate as before. I also left the black plastic on the key where it covers the metal underneath. This was to provide sufficient packing to hold the key part tightly. I did file the edges of the tee bar on the key to shape it to fit in the fob base.

It is worth noting that the key can easily be replaced. The fob is more difficult so don't worry about hacking away at the key. The end result is well worth the effort.

>> Edited by tvrbob on Saturday 28th January 23:02

[robstvr]

A-ha. Things are becoming a bit more testical now. Hmm, drilling small holes. i'm in the workshop tomorrow, so i'll check it out.

[tvrbob]

Pictures here

http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.smith19/Chimkey1

http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.smith19/Chimkey2

http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.smith19/Chimkey3

http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.smith19/Chimkey4

http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.smith19/Chimkey5

http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.smith19/Chimkey6

[razorman]

tvrbob said:

Pictures here http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.smith19/Chimkey1 http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.smith19/Chimkey2 http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.smith19/Chimkey3 http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.smith19/Chimkey4 http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.smith19/Chimkey5 http://homepage.ntlworld.com/robert.smith19/Chimkey6

I let Carl do mine as I wanted a boot release kit as well, but another example of how good this forum is and how a picture can speak a thousand words.

[robstvr]

Ah, great pics. Looks like monday in the workshop, then. Hope i can return the favour at some point, if you need to know anything about multiphase gas/oil production, or how to survey a well, let me know......breath not being held for this request......