who will copy this key?

[sgtfumblefingers]

don't want an entire key fob. Just a copy of the metal door key.

anyone know who if home depot, lowes, etc will do that?

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[LuvHydro]

don't want an entire key fob. Just a copy of the metal door key.

anyone know who if home depot, lowes, etc will do that?

Exactly what I want, just as a last resort.
Only place local I could find wanted 25 bucks. Yeahhhhh, no. I don't mind someone making a living, but I don't like getting screwed either.

Have a good friend that is a locksmith, but doesn't have the machine required to cut this particular key, otherwise the cost would be 1 beer. He said the blanks are about a buck, in quantity.

 

[Left Field]

This forum thread was useful:
https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/forum/threads/fobless-key.9256/

I went to my go-to locksmith who's been fair on everything - he wanted $45 for a copy; said the machine to cut this kind of key cost him 5 figures. Went to the dealer who had just got their new "very expensive" key cutting machine. They said the manager was the only person they had who'd been trained to operate it - they did if for $25.
This was Nov. of '21. As the newer key cutting machines become more widespread the price appears to be dropping.

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[jaymz]

don't want an entire key fob. Just a copy of the metal door key.

anyone know who if home depot, lowes, etc will do that?

Big box stores aren’t equipped to cut that kind of key. You’ll need to head to your local locksmith.

 

[sgtfumblefingers]

Big box stores aren’t equipped to cut that kind of key. You’ll need to head to your local locksmith.

I've heard that before then had no issue.

My question is do they have the ability to cut it?

not are they allowed to.

Typically if you bring a key into home depot they will copy it for free, since you don't have anything to check out at the register.

yay

Just not sure they do this type of key

 

[roaniecowpony]

Just the key alone won't start it. You'll need at least a RFID chip that can only be replicated by Mopar by custom order as part of a complete fob purchase.

 

[TheRaven]

Just the key alone won't start it. You'll need at least a RFID chip that can only be replicated by Mopar by custom order as part of a complete fob purchase.

There's no place to put a key to start the Wrangler. I think they're just looking for a way to unlock the door.

 

[sgtfumblefingers]

Just the key alone won't start it. You'll need at least a RFID chip that can only be replicated by Mopar by custom order as part of a complete fob purchase.

not looking to start it. just looking for one that provides entry.

A backup to the keys locked inside scenario

 

[roaniecowpony]

not looking to start it. just looking for one that provides entry.

A backup to the keys locked inside scenario

I think there's a protection feature that prevents the doors from locking when the fob is inside. Or I may be thinking of one of our other vehicles.

 

[Bill_P]

I think there's a protection feature that prevents the doors from locking when the fob is inside. Or I may be thinking of one of our other vehicles.

Mine doesn't have such a feature because I have manual locks. If I push the lock the door locks, all while I try to stop it from closing because I see the fob in the center console a microsecond after the door clicks on the catch . Thankfully, right now, I have a soft top and never bother locking the door because there really isn't any security with a soft top.

 

[sgtfumblefingers]

Alright, easy solutions.

Used this video, removed the entire key blade from the backup key.

key blade will now be hidden on exterior.

done, and free. Can always be put back in the spare key fob body.

 

[Bohica]

I think there's a protection feature that prevents the doors from locking when the fob is inside. Or I may be thinking of one of our other vehicles.

Pretty sure the locking sensor doesn't "know" if your fob is inside or outside.

 

[sgtfumblefingers]

Pretty sure the locking sensor doesn't "know" if your fob is inside or outside.

I believe it does. An workaround is to remove the battery from the fob, store both in a tiny plastic bag. then stick that in the glove box. store the removed key blade under the vehicle.

haven't tried it, sounds logical

solutions!

 

[Rhinebeck01]

Pretty sure the locking sensor doesn't "know" if your fob is inside or outside.

For lots of good information in regard to the JL fob... the RFID chip in the fob and lots more, read through this
@Threedom 's forum sponsors thread:

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https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/forum/threads/?-fob-101-know-thy-jl-key-fob?.88719/

 

[Rhinebeck01]

Snipe:

Alright, easy solutions.

Ths approach to hiding a spare key is laughable at best.

Corroded/rusty key in short time and.... total pain in the arse to get to the secured key... and you need tools to remove it... Absolutely nonsensical to secure a spare key like that..

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