Ignition Key (getting a copy made)

[neworegonboater]

My wife and I purchased a 1976 boat with a Mecury OB.
The original key came with the boat, but there was only one and we want to have a copy made. The local locksmith has tried (twice) to make a copy, but niether set worked. When tried, they would go in part way and not turn.
Does anyone know where we can obtain a proper "blank" to provide to the locksmith?
Thanks a lot,
Greg

 

[r.j.dawg]

Re: Ignition Key (getting a copy made)

If it has CU12 stamped on it here is a source.

 

[Faztbullet]

Re: Ignition Key (getting a copy made)

Go to a dealer as they are ready have the key made, they are about $3

 

[neworegonboater]

Re: Ignition Key (getting a copy made)

No, it has I27 stamped on it.
But thanks anyway!

 

[Silvertip]

Re: Ignition Key (getting a copy made)

Find a new locksmith. This isn't rocket science. The blank is a common type so unless the original key is very worn, it should not be a problem making a duplicate. But the dealer has them as pointed out.

 

[Don S]

Re: Ignition Key (getting a copy made)

The Mercury part number for the #127 key (already cut to fit) is 30431127. About $3 each.

 

[matt167]

Re: Ignition Key (getting a copy made)

I asked a nearly identical question last week. Keys are available dirt cheap thru a dealer. My local hardware gets $2.50/ key, and as Don says, Keys right from Mercury are only a few cents over $3.

 

[neworegonboater]

Re: Ignition Key (getting a copy made)

Great! Thanks a lot for the help.
Greg