Stock key blank

[Torkman66]

Does anyone know if you can get a blank key for the stock locks that is larger? The stock keys are so small.

 

[thegreatjustino]

Weld whatever size piece of metal you want to on the end of the stock key.

 

[admin]

I don't know of anyone who makes a factory looking key that's larger than the original. But if you don't care about original looks, try your local hardware store for a generic blank. It probably has a larger head than the original Bronco trapezoid shape. I was surprised that my local Home Depot carried blanks for my '68 Mustang.

Or what about just adding a cover over your original to make it larger?

 

[MarsChariot]

Yes it is possible to a longer key. Long ago I replaced my factory key with one that has a long shank. It has been great for keeping the keys off the dash. The problem arose whn I tried to put a new ignition and lock set in. The later replacement locks use a different blank that does snot have one of the needed grooves. So I can still use a spare blank for my old lock, but not in a new ignition. switch. What I don't know is whether the key blank maker still makes keys with grooves on one side as needed as needed for the original ignition switch. But I can say that it has been really good to have all these years because of that dash problem with the shorter stock keys. Do a search for key blanks for vintage vehicles and see if you can find that key blank maker.

 

[Torkman66]

Great ideas all. Ill continue to look for larger blank keys and let you all know if I find any. I will also do some experimenting with welding up a custom key. May try several different types to see how they work. I would like one that is about 1/4" longer and the size of a quarter on the end. Ill post any progress.