Lasgambler
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Hello, I am having a problem finding key blanks for a Ford 8N. I checked the internet, Ebay and the local hardware stores. Does anyone know of a supplier for these key blanks? Thanks.
8N key Blanks?
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Robert_in_NY
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Did you check your New Holland dealer?
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Hi Robert, No I did not think to check a New Holland dealer. I'll try that. Thanks,
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The originals were all keyed alike. However.. it's very possible you have a tisco repop switch.. or other type of repalced switch.. as the oem ones were a tad 'weak'.. and it's unusual to find one in working order.
That said.. the locks weren't very robust. I had a 2n with an oem key ( switch was bad ).. and I found a short filing cabinet key.. or a cheap garage door lock key could be made to fit using a small needle file set to closely approximate the original key.. as i said.. the locks were not very precision..
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That said.. the locks weren't very robust. I had a 2n with an oem key ( switch was bad ).. and I found a short filing cabinet key.. or a cheap garage door lock key could be made to fit using a small needle file set to closely approximate the original key.. as i said.. the locks were not very precision..
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It's very easy to re-key it with a NAPA switch, it only needs to be a 2 position switch.
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The echlin will work.. however tisco re-pops a 2 position ford key.. TSC and many other places sell them. heck.. CNH probably sells the tisco key too..
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