Locked the keys in the truck

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by RedRover, Apr 11, 2017.

  1. m16ty

    m16ty Road Train Member

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    That's the way our w900 KW is. It is not possible to lock you keys in it. If you lock the door and shut it, it will automatically unlock when it shuts. Only way to lock the door is with the key.
     
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  3. pattyj

    pattyj Road Train Member

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    I sinced the op as joking.He has a since of humor.
     
  4. tucker

    tucker Road Train Member

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    Maybe @scottied67 could make a video and show you
     
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  5. tucker

    tucker Road Train Member

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    I saw a short black woman trucker with her spare key tied to her shoelaces. Another driver asked her about it.
    It looked retarded to me
     
  6. joesmoothdog

    joesmoothdog Heavy Load Member

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    Carabiner+belt loop. Main key never leaves ignition unless I'm showering or gone. Wallet+chain+same belt loop. Better than American Express.
     
  7. RustyBolt

    RustyBolt Road Train Member

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    You just have to be creative. Like I did with one truck I drove way back when. I removed one of the side turn signals and taped the key to the back of it. No one will go through the hassle to look there. And had I got locked out, everyone carries a phillips head screwdriver. 2 screws and I was in.
     
  8. Dna Mach

    Dna Mach Road Train Member

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    Like was said earlier, ALWAYS lock the door with the key. I have done that since day one in any and all trucks regardless of locking procedure. In addition, I always have a spare key zip tied under the hood.

    I was a locksmith before becoming a truck driver. Yes it was embarrassing the day I locked my keys in my work van and had to call the boss to come over with a spare key. I still stop by his shop sometimes to shoot the breeze and he still remembers 15 years later like it was yesterday.
     
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  9. Kyle G.

    Kyle G. Road Train Member

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    Chances are, all or most of your company's trucks use the same key. So if you spot any co-workers around, flag them down and ask to borrow their key.
     
  10. Mullet_Head87

    Mullet_Head87 Medium Load Member

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    I have a spare clipped on my jeans always. But if your wearing sweatpants u can Keister one.
     
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  11. bigkev1115

    bigkev1115 Road Train Member

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    Well at least the OP wasn t out of pocket $150 or more for a locksmith.
     
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