$113 for a key!?

Keith wrote: Heck, my LS-powered MG is going to keep the standard GM engine management and wiring, because it works better than any tuned version I've come across so far and because it won't cost me a cent.

Hmm... Good points...

semi-related: is the LS MG the same as the "Miata suspension in the MG" car? I've been curious about how that turned out.

There was a challenge GT that got chopped up and Miata subframes partly installed. This is not it. However, my GT is going to get Miata front suspension.

http://www.slowcarfast.com/MG

Ian F wrote:

Keith wrote: Heck, my LS-powered MG is going to keep the standard GM engine management and wiring, because it works better than any tuned version I've come across so far and because it won't cost me a cent.

Hmm... Good points... semi-related: is the LS MG the same as the "Miata suspension in the MG" car? I've been curious about how that turned out.

That car is unfinished and for sale IIRC.

BMW key related question... 1986 325e

is the only choice to call the dealer for them? None of the local guys can do them and the closest dealer is at least and hour away.

also.. the one and only key I have for the door on my car ONLY opens the drivers door (no pass door OR trunklid) it has an "S" engraved on it. Is it a valet key, or do I have bum locks on the pass door and trunk?

my one and only ignition key is wearing out too, so I need a new set. Is the best option really the BMW stealership? I know they cut to VIN code.

Dave, I'm at work now and checked the books, there is no on board programming set up for the Pathfinder. You have to find a local locksmith that can do those for you or stick with the dealer.

Apex, According to my books, the 86 325 is not a high security lock so any locksmith that does cars should be able to make that key for you. The question is if he's willing.

For Nissan key programing: The tech plugs in the nissan CONSULT scanner, accesses the NATS system (scanner must have appropriate security card in it) and reads the PIN code off the BCM. Then he uses the online Nissan service manual ASIST to look up the security password. VIN and the PIN retrieved from the BCM are required as is the tech's name. Then using the CONSULT put the vehicle in programing mode. Put the first key in, turn ignition on and let the security light flash 5 times. Do the same with each new key till you have registered all keys, then put the first key you programmed in and turn the ignition on. The security light will not flash. Test all keys and drive the car out. It's more of a pain in the ass with the I-key vehicles with pushbutton starts.

Remote programming can be done in 5 seconds: close all doors, move key in and out of the ignition six times in a row (sometimes more) then the hazards will flash twice. Turn the ignition to ACC. Hit a button on the remote and if the hazards flash twice again that's it.

lewbud & Run_Away, thanks for the info, it looks like I'm just gonna have to suck it up and not ever lose one of my keys.

I get all my keys for under $2 each, Walmart FTW. That includes the fancy plastic on the end.

Thankfully for me even my 06 GMC doesn't have a transponder key. So all my stuff is cheap. :lol: Rmember, just because it's an older/cheaper luxury car, it's still a luxury car anf they will ALWAYS carry a premium on replacement parts/gadgets and such. That's the main reason I don't own anything even close to being considered luxury.

When I needed a key for my '86 325e, the dealer cut a new one from the VIN for $17.50 out the door.