Lost keys!

[Maestrovanman]

Erm-Hello--this is my very first visit--and post, so I hope I'm doing it right! Now, I own a B reg 1300, 24,000 miles Austin Maestro for which I have very carefully lost the only set of keys!!! Any ideas as to how/where I might get new keys cut, or supplied for the existing ignition/ door/noot locks (bearing in mind that the ignition key also opeartes the two front door locks) WITHOUT necessarily having to replace the locks? Is it still possible to get sets of keys from the appropriate Main Agents (are there any left representing Rover!!) using registration and or Vin Numbers? ANY advice would be gratefully received--basically HELP!!!

I have located a Company who can, if necessary, cut keys to suit the locks, but that means I have to take in the appropriate locks, which in this case would mean removing (and later re-fitting) the existing ignition lock, and the Boot lock (easy). I am prepared to do this as a last resort--but just wondered if there might ne an easier way first====over to you guys!!

[Russ]

If you havnt got the key code your a bit stuck. But as you say you've found a company that will cut a key to match a lock all you need to do is remove a door lock and take it to them. Isnt the rear door also the same as the rest?As thats a very easy job to remove

[matthewsemple]

Yes the tailgate is easier than doors to remove.

If it was a later car, the fuel filler door lock would be even easier - but probably on a B-reg you have a lock in the cap itself which won't help as that is different.

[Guest]

Tip - the driver's door and ignition barrel are more likely to be worn, so for the true representation of the lock profile you need to use the tailgate or passenger door lock!

(Although with those miles I guess it won't be too noticeable!)

[Russ]

I was thinking it was a van for some reason

[Guest]

I was thinking it was a van for some reason

Could be the username!?

[lordcamperman]

keys and locks

is there not a code on the ignition barrel ?

[Maestrovanman]

is there not a code on the ignition barrel ?

Ah-now here's where you can help me! In all my years of Maestro owning, and I've had several, I've never actually tried, or had to, remove the actual ignition key barrel from the aluminium outer casing, so to speak--so would love to know how to do that? The only 'code' I have seen on these ignition switches is an imprint on the outer casing, in this case 'Neiman 0006.' I suspect this is the actual manufacturers mark? Please advise further, as if I CAN discover such a key code on the actual barrel, I may be home and dry as the ignition key also operates both front doors. I would need a separate key for the boot--I have already removed that lock--there is no 'code' visible anywhere on the outer casing, and again, I do'nt know the procedure for accessing the inner key barrel.

[digital efi]

I have had a few of these (steering) locks apart in the past, and unfortunately there is NO key number marked inside.

HOWEVER.

When the cars left the factory, there was a sticker fitted lower down the outer column tube with the key number written on it. The supplying dealer was supposed to remove this during PDI, but I have experienced a number of BL cars over the years where this did not get done. So it is worth checking the entire length of the column, just in case.

[lordcamperman]

locks on ebay

hi there
the code was a shot in the dark ive just seen a key and barrel set on ebay the item number if you just type it in is 270708816661
need to check wether they are compatable/
be lucky
jay

[Maestrovanman]

If you havnt got the key code your a bit stuck. But as you say you've found a company that will cut a key to match a lock all you need to do is remove a door lock and take it to them. Isnt the rear door also the same as the rest?As thats a very easy job to remove

Russ-thanks for this. On this model, the ignition key also operates the two front door locks. The tailgate has(had!) a separate key. I have already removed the tailgate lock, but can find no trace of a number on the body thereof, and do'nt know how to get the actual barrel out. It looks increasingly likely that I shall end up visiting the firm in London! I'll keep you all posted--very grateful for all your suggestions.

[Simon]

The best advice would be to get a complete lock set. They do come up on ebay sometimes. If your petrol filler cap is locking then you would either have to drill the lock out, or visit a locksmith and have them pick the lock. Then replace the whole cap. Other than that, have the ignition switch/lock replaced (use a centre punch to persuade the remains of the shear bolts round to undo, and search for land rover shear bolts on ebay for replacements if needed) and then match the existing locks to the new key by filing the tumblers down on the barrel with the new key inserted (This would compromise security somewhat, in that the chances of any old Maestro key opening the lock could be increased, however).

[Maria]

The club has quite a few full lock sets inc ignition barrel, front doors, tailgate and fuel filler. PM me if you want to go down that route.