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Western Star Ignition Key bent/broken. Solution?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Steelyd, Oct 28, 2014.

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  1. Oct 30, 2014 #21
    jsprocket

    jsprocket Heavy Load Member

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    ?...........oh got it, I was confused but guessing for no bunk heater?
     
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  3. Oct 31, 2014 #22
    fortycalglock

    fortycalglock Road Train Member

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    It allows you to start or stop the engine to warm up or cool off the truck in the morning or whenever. Even if you have a bunk heater, warming up the engine is a good idea.
     
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  4. Oct 31, 2014 #23
    damutt

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    this may sound stupid, but why cant you drill a hole in hte dash and move the key? extend the wires and mount it in a better spot?
     
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  5. Oct 31, 2014 #24
    Steelyd

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    Not stupid, but not possible in my case as it's not my truck. Also, it's a 2014, so I'm thinking the boss might not be keen on the idea. :) I'm surprised, with all the room on a Western Star dash that they themselves haven't found a better spot.
     
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  7. Oct 31, 2014 #25
    jsprocket

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    Well speaking of I just bent mine to heck my key getting in my truck early today.
     
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  8. Oct 31, 2014 #26
    x#1

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    I drive a 2004 4900 EX and my issue with the ignition is hitting it with the shifter.I had a smaller key made and it has seemingly made the needed change.wally world made me one for less than $2.00.
     
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  9. Nov 2, 2014 #27
    Steelyd

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    Rough luck jsprocket. I'll let you know if I get something made on my 3d printer. Maybe it will also work on a kw. I've never heard of hitting the ignition with the shifter.
     
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