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DaveW 02-06-20 08:53 AM


Originally Posted by NJ-JDM (Post 12031471)
I was able to get a key cut successfully today at my dealer. Weather really sucks so I didn't drive RX there. Brought my title as proof of ownership. It cost just under $16.

So two things, it is probably not the correct era blank they used, looks like my mid 90's Miata key, round end. And when I got home and tried it on all the outside locks, I would say it works no better, and maybe worse than the key I already had. It got stuck in the hatch lock, almost didn't get it out. The cuts are not a consistent mirror image. Will have to bring it back and maybe have them redo it.

What are people using to lube the outside cylinders? Normal graphite lock powder?

Can a locksmith refit or refurb the cylinders? My ignition key works fine, the weather over the years has obviously gotten to my outside locks.

Thanks

Way back when there was a spray-can lubricant made especially for locks that has worked well for me. It has a very low-viscosity oil and graphite in it. I still have some. Now I see that there is something called "Houdini Lock Lubricant" that a few links suggest is good. YMMV

j9fd3s 02-07-20 10:53 AM


Originally Posted by NJ-JDM (Post 12031471)
Can a locksmith refit or refurb the cylinders?

Thanks

yes, and so can you! the door/trunk locks are very simple, and very easy to take apart and re-grease, or re-key.

7krayziboi 02-14-20 10:05 PM


Originally Posted by HarryDamian (Post 12393411)
That's a great deal, if i were at your place i would also pay the same to locksmith lawrenceville ga near us for it.

indeed, and today they still work perfect

Supras&FDs 02-15-20 02:49 PM

Just broke my key off inside my ignition !!! Looks like the replacement keys I had made are TOO long !!! For future reference DO NOT use the M727 key blank. It is a half inch too long, which puts undue stress on the key when you turn it. Use MZ22/X200 instead. It's the proper length, but it does not have the circular head. It's squarish. I'm going to try an Efini key blank next.

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