Update on Switchblade Keys...
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Originally Posted by 07tsx
i would like to know too pls thx, i also have an 07 tsx. I need to know if the keys will work, before i buy them thx again.
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From: South Florida
Originally Posted by spool32
I made some progress today and as usual talked to some of the stupidest people that walk the earth
Lowes wouldnt touch it, says they couldnt program it so they wouldnt even cut it. Some lame excuse that if i got drunk and in a wreck they could sue me, no idea what this has to do with a key. Plus i wasnt even drinking today??
Locksmith in tempe: "I cant cut that, their made out of some kind of alloy and ruin my bits"
Acura Tempe - Cant cut the key, machine is down. Try Honda Dealership down the street.
Honda Dealer - Cut my key for free! couldnt program it, back to acura
Acura Tempe - after waiting an hour and paying $110, the key didnt work, nor does the FOB unlock/lock the doors. I go back and talk to the service manager who verifies it doesnt work.. tells me "Its how the key was cut" (BS, the key turns and the starter works, it wont start because the immob isnt programmed properly). Got a refund for my $110
Anyhow, end result. 5 stops, paid nothing key is now cut but doesnt work yet.
Lowes wouldnt touch it, says they couldnt program it so they wouldnt even cut it. Some lame excuse that if i got drunk and in a wreck they could sue me, no idea what this has to do with a key. Plus i wasnt even drinking today??
Locksmith in tempe: "I cant cut that, their made out of some kind of alloy and ruin my bits"
Acura Tempe - Cant cut the key, machine is down. Try Honda Dealership down the street.
Honda Dealer - Cut my key for free! couldnt program it, back to acura
Acura Tempe - after waiting an hour and paying $110, the key didnt work, nor does the FOB unlock/lock the doors. I go back and talk to the service manager who verifies it doesnt work.. tells me "Its how the key was cut" (BS, the key turns and the starter works, it wont start because the immob isnt programmed properly). Got a refund for my $110
Anyhow, end result. 5 stops, paid nothing key is now cut but doesnt work yet.
Programming the remote isn't obvious at first. It might take a couple tries.
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From: South Florida
Originally Posted by mltk53
mann, anyone know where pete is? hes not responding to me msgs regarding the keys
Your key had already been shipped.
It's always the 18 year olds that had begged and pleaded with me to give them a break that are the first ones to throw me under the bus for no reason other than they need something yesterday.
as the saying goes...
No good deed goes unpunished
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Originally Posted by mikeucla
Just wanted to give you guys an update in case it hasn't been posted before. I was finally successful finding someone to program the TL key for my '07 TSX. After a couple of unsuccessful trips to local locksmiths to try to save money, I decided to finally go to a dealer. Luckily, Tustin Acura in southern California only charged me $55.
This mod rocks! Thanks FLBusa!
This mod rocks! Thanks FLBusa!
Tustin Acura are good people. They buy a few keys from me every now and then to sell over the counter.
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Originally Posted by FLBusa
Dood... You need only check your email.
Your key had already been shipped.
It's always the 18 year olds that had begged and pleaded with me to give them a break that are the first ones to throw me under the bus for no reason other than they need something yesterday.
as the saying goes...
No good deed goes unpunished
Your key had already been shipped.
It's always the 18 year olds that had begged and pleaded with me to give them a break that are the first ones to throw me under the bus for no reason other than they need something yesterday.
as the saying goes...
No good deed goes unpunished
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Originally Posted by SteveP66
spool did they not know how to program the immobilizer?
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I want to purchase a switchblade key
Pete,
I am unable to PM you for some reason, it says i am not authorized? I would like to purchase a switchblade key for my '06 TL. Do you have the keys there or should i just buy one at my local dealer? Could you please email me at jokeefe1130@comcast.net
I am unable to PM you for some reason, it says i am not authorized? I would like to purchase a switchblade key for my '06 TL. Do you have the keys there or should i just buy one at my local dealer? Could you please email me at jokeefe1130@comcast.net
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Anyone else had problems getting their key programmed? I took it to Precision Locksmiths in Coquitlam (for all you Canadians in BC), and they tried to program it with their Silca SDD device. They didn't have much luck adding it - they tried 5-6 times to add the key with no success.
Anyone in Vancouver had any luck with other locksmiths? At least they were able to cut my key (using the key code) and it works great, but doesn't start the car. I guess I might have to go visit my local dealership to see if they can get it done.
Anyone in Vancouver had any luck with other locksmiths? At least they were able to cut my key (using the key code) and it works great, but doesn't start the car. I guess I might have to go visit my local dealership to see if they can get it done.
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Originally Posted by syee99
Anyone else had problems getting their key programmed? I took it to Precision Locksmiths in Coquitlam (for all you Canadians in BC), and they tried to program it with their Silca SDD device. They didn't have much luck adding it - they tried 5-6 times to add the key with no success.
Anyone in Vancouver had any luck with other locksmiths? At least they were able to cut my key (using the key code) and it works great, but doesn't start the car. I guess I might have to go visit my local dealership to see if they can get it done.
Anyone in Vancouver had any luck with other locksmiths? At least they were able to cut my key (using the key code) and it works great, but doesn't start the car. I guess I might have to go visit my local dealership to see if they can get it done.
Yup, Acura of Tempe couldnt do it
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From: South Florida
Originally Posted by jokeefe1130
Pete,
I am unable to PM you for some reason, it says i am not authorized? I would like to purchase a switchblade key for my '06 TL. Do you have the keys there or should i just buy one at my local dealer? Could you please email me at jokeefe1130@comcast.net
I am unable to PM you for some reason, it says i am not authorized? I would like to purchase a switchblade key for my '06 TL. Do you have the keys there or should i just buy one at my local dealer? Could you please email me at jokeefe1130@comcast.net
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From: South Florida
Originally Posted by ckya
FLBusa,
when you ship to canada, do u use USPS or UPS?
if it's UPS, can u charge the same additional $20 for USPS?
when you ship to canada, do u use USPS or UPS?
if it's UPS, can u charge the same additional $20 for USPS?
The shipping is the same at $20.00 and with UPS you'll get a tracking number and it's insured.
Pete
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From: Boston, MA
Originally Posted by revo
Does anybody know a lock smith in the Boston area, near Framingham that has already cut and programmed the keys. The dealer wanted to charge me too much and I thought I would check first here to see if anybody from my area might have already gotten it done
Thx
Thx
On a sidenote, they were all astounded by the key. Everyone was like "WOW! That's cool!" Thanks Pete!
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From: Vancouver BC
Originally Posted by FLBusa
For Canada I now use UPS exclusively. I had too many problems with USPS.
The shipping is the same at $20.00 and with UPS you'll get a tracking number and it's insured.
Pete
The shipping is the same at $20.00 and with UPS you'll get a tracking number and it's insured.
Pete
Originally Posted by syee99
I think ckya is worried about the "brokerage fees" that UPS will charge you when you ship it over the border. Since it's such a small package, I'm not sure if they'll hit you up for brokerage or not. With USPS you won't have to worry about it. Not sure what the logic is. I guess as long as the value is pretty low (say under $30) it shouldn't get hit with duties and brokerage charges.
I was charged 55 dollars by UPS for brokerage fees....thats right 55.
Total BS cause UPS always rips you off. I recieve tons of stuff from USPS and no brokerage fees at all.
Its not worth getting it if you paying that much for some bullshit fee.
Not to take business away from pete but if you buy from the acura dealer that sells the keys already milled on ebay, im pretty sure he ships via USPS.
I know that those keys come from Pete, so its not like hes losing money.
Last edited by audi_to_TL; May 12, 2007 at 07:14 AM.
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From: Boston
I'm still interested in this but would like to know for sure there is a place in Rockland, NY/Westchester, NY/Northern New Jersey that can do this for ~$55 and won't mess up.
Thugstunna went to Curry and they apparently messed up which makes me not want to rush out and buy the key as much as I want it.
Any ideas? I'd prefer to stay out of Brooklyn and the city since I'm not all that familiar and would prefer something a bit closer. I'm located in Rockland btw.
Thugstunna went to Curry and they apparently messed up which makes me not want to rush out and buy the key as much as I want it.
Any ideas? I'd prefer to stay out of Brooklyn and the city since I'm not all that familiar and would prefer something a bit closer. I'm located in Rockland btw.
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Couldn't resist...ordered the key. I had a RDX loaner for the day and the key is SOOO much better than the crappy ones Acura sold with the 04-06s. It just feels more solid and higher quality.
So I'm waiting to see if Thugstunna has any luck at curry but am still open to suggestions...
So I'm waiting to see if Thugstunna has any luck at curry but am still open to suggestions...
just in case if somebody needs more info:
https://acurazine.com/forums/ramblings-12/ok-kids-lets-see-your-pumpkin-carvings-159081/
https://acurazine.com/forums/ramblings-12/ok-kids-lets-see-your-pumpkin-carvings-159081/
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getting one for my 06 TL
Originally Posted by Tonywp75
Nope, you need to get the groves and stuff cut first to resemmble what a key look like. The unmodified is just a peice of flat metal.
does this item need to be modified in some way? or ready to cut and program at an acura dealer or locksmith?
tell me more about what you mentioned "the unmodified"
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=290114614779
thanks
btw if anyone have done cutting and programing in michigan area??
Last edited by kkim079; May 15, 2007 at 07:06 PM.
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Originally Posted by Tonywp75
unmodified = switchblade with a bare peice of metal
modified = switchblade with the metal part resembling a blank key.
modified = switchblade with the metal part resembling a blank key.
so if i get an unmodified switchblade, can acura dealers or locksmith modify and program or should i send to FLBusa to mill and pre-cut then cut and program at acura dealer?
thanks
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04-06 ..need switchblade to be modified to work
07 dont need to be modified
Yes, get it from FLBusa . I also missed the opportunity to send in my unmod switchblade.. when i had it. I guesss i will get it from him when i have the funds.
Also, FLBusa will buy ur unmod key for $25 if u buy a mod one from him. You need to comfirm this with him.
07 dont need to be modified
Yes, get it from FLBusa . I also missed the opportunity to send in my unmod switchblade.. when i had it. I guesss i will get it from him when i have the funds.
Also, FLBusa will buy ur unmod key for $25 if u buy a mod one from him. You need to comfirm this with him.
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From: Boston
Just got my key in the mail and gotta say it looks really nice. I was expecting it to look modified and as if someone had gone in and cut the metal but it looks like it came ready from the factory. Even the "V" was there which I wasn't expecting and which had made me think it would look modified.
Looking forward to going to Curry on Monday to get it cut.
Thanks again!
Looking forward to going to Curry on Monday to get it cut.
Thanks again!
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From: Vancouver BC
Richmond Acura (Canada)
Just got mine programmed at Richmond Acura (in BC, Canada) for $55 CDN + tax.
It was a little more than the $35 that Precision Locksmith wanted (I know someone else here used them), but at least they were able to program it properly first time.
The guys at Precision were great (they found the code for my key and cut a blank to test), and only charged me $3 to cut it. However, the Silca Diagnostic Device they used to program it is kinda spotty (they even admitted it was pretty flaky), so if you don't want the hassle of driving all the way out to Coquitlam, Richmond Acura comes recommended. I also got my headlight recall taken care of and my free B service done at the same time.
It was a little more than the $35 that Precision Locksmith wanted (I know someone else here used them), but at least they were able to program it properly first time.
The guys at Precision were great (they found the code for my key and cut a blank to test), and only charged me $3 to cut it. However, the Silca Diagnostic Device they used to program it is kinda spotty (they even admitted it was pretty flaky), so if you don't want the hassle of driving all the way out to Coquitlam, Richmond Acura comes recommended. I also got my headlight recall taken care of and my free B service done at the same time.
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Originally Posted by syee99
I think ckya is worried about the "brokerage fees" that UPS will charge you when you ship it over the border. Since it's such a small package, I'm not sure if they'll hit you up for brokerage or not. With USPS you won't have to worry about it. Not sure what the logic is. I guess as long as the value is pretty low (say under $30) it shouldn't get hit with duties and brokerage charges.
I can ship USPS as well.
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finally i got the key
thanks to FLBusa!!!
then i went to the dealership at Ann Arbor Acura to cut and program.
they took a look at the key and the service manger said it's different than what he has.
and i told him that the key was modified for 06 TL.
then he understood what i was talking about.
when i asked for the price he said it's gonna be $118 for an hour work.
so i told him that many of people done this for only $40~$60.
so finally he quoted me about $65 which is not bad because there is only one acura dealer around here. the next closest one is 45min away.
so i booked for tomorrow to cut and program.
let's see how it will turn out tomorrow.
wish me a luck!!!
thanks again FLBusa!!!
thanks to FLBusa!!!
then i went to the dealership at Ann Arbor Acura to cut and program.
they took a look at the key and the service manger said it's different than what he has.
and i told him that the key was modified for 06 TL.
then he understood what i was talking about.
when i asked for the price he said it's gonna be $118 for an hour work.
so i told him that many of people done this for only $40~$60.
so finally he quoted me about $65 which is not bad because there is only one acura dealer around here. the next closest one is 45min away.
so i booked for tomorrow to cut and program.
let's see how it will turn out tomorrow.
wish me a luck!!!
thanks again FLBusa!!!
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Originally Posted by kkim079
finally i got the key
thanks to FLBusa!!!
then i went to the dealership at Ann Arbor Acura to cut and program.
they took a look at the key and the service manger said it's different than what he has.
and i told him that the key was modified for 06 TL.
then he understood what i was talking about.
when i asked for the price he said it's gonna be $118 for an hour work.
so i told him that many of people done this for only $40~$60.
so finally he quoted me about $65 which is not bad because there is only one acura dealer around here. the next closest one is 45min away.
so i booked for tomorrow to cut and program.
let's see how it will turn out tomorrow.
wish me a luck!!!
thanks again FLBusa!!!
thanks to FLBusa!!!
then i went to the dealership at Ann Arbor Acura to cut and program.
they took a look at the key and the service manger said it's different than what he has.
and i told him that the key was modified for 06 TL.
then he understood what i was talking about.
when i asked for the price he said it's gonna be $118 for an hour work.
so i told him that many of people done this for only $40~$60.
so finally he quoted me about $65 which is not bad because there is only one acura dealer around here. the next closest one is 45min away.
so i booked for tomorrow to cut and program.
let's see how it will turn out tomorrow.
wish me a luck!!!
thanks again FLBusa!!!
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i brought my unmilled/modded key to my acura and they said NO WAY! they told me acura will never do this for people.... I have an unmilled/modded key, do you still do the trades if I buy from you?
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So I went to Curry Acura where a few other people have gone apparently but now they're saying that cutting these keys caused their machine to break and that they wouldn't cut mine.
They all seemed to know about it as if a few others had gone with them. Also, went to my local Honda and they said they couldn't cut it...
So now I'm looking again or I may just sell the key.
They all seemed to know about it as if a few others had gone with them. Also, went to my local Honda and they said they couldn't cut it...
So now I'm looking again or I may just sell the key.
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Originally Posted by SilverStoneTTL
So I went to Curry Acura where a few other people have gone apparently but now they're saying that cutting these keys caused their machine to break and that they wouldn't cut mine.
They all seemed to know about it as if a few others had gone with them. Also, went to my local Honda and they said they couldn't cut it...
So now I'm looking again or I may just sell the key.
They all seemed to know about it as if a few others had gone with them. Also, went to my local Honda and they said they couldn't cut it...
So now I'm looking again or I may just sell the key.
that sucks. you should find another acura dealer or locksmith.
it feels so good to have the key.