Locked out truck. Broke window. Charged with accident. Hurts in long run?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by BlackThought, Dec 19, 2016.

  1. truckthatpassesyouby

    truckthatpassesyouby Road Train Member

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    The dealer's and their shops have the (bulky plastic) OM key blanks. Why have you not tried key shops in the cities? Try calling tow companies or unaffiliated shops to see if they can make you a spare. Call locksmiths around truck towns too.
     
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  3. Moose1958

    Moose1958 Road Train Member

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    This is no longer an issue as I am forever disqualified from operating a CMV because of epilepsy. `However I will make a note of your comment if I am ever asked about this. Thank you!
     
  4. Jumbo

    Jumbo Road Train Member

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    How about wrapping a glove or towel around the missing wiper blade to prevent that? I bet you didn't think of that huh!!!
     
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  5. Jumbo

    Jumbo Road Train Member

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    Dirty sock and duct tape takes care of that.
     
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  6. Darkn16ht

    Darkn16ht Bobtail Member

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    What's the truck # you will have a spare key in a couple days
     
  7. pattyj

    pattyj Road Train Member

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    You can have a key made at a trk dealer just make sure you have the VIN#.
     
  8. Darkn16ht

    Darkn16ht Bobtail Member

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    Prolly $50 he doesn't want to spend. Plot we have to get approval from company going to TAG that way
     
  9. BlackThought

    BlackThought Medium Load Member

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    The arm was able to be raised.no need to cover it.
     
  10. pattyj

    pattyj Road Train Member

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    More like under $20.00 .I have never got approval to have keys made but I paid for it too.
     
  11. 25(2)+2

    25(2)+2 Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    I carry a few and have a few stashed, one on the truck.

    Locksmith can do them, hardware stores may be able, other places, I like Home Depot, myself.

    Dealers and locksmiths can cut from the VIN unless vehicle has been rekeyed, which used to be common practice, so shops didn't need to keep so many keys.
     
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