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2003 Disco - Key broke off in ignition - 10/4/2007 8:46:52 PM

ropadope

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I've lurked for the past few months and really love the boards.

Anyone else had to deal with this?

The first time I saw the key I was worried. The center cut was so deep. My worries came to fruition. It broke right in the middle.

Anyway, had a locksmith out this morning and after an hour and a half he left -- key fragment still stuffed in place.

I've been offered two options from the import shop I've used for years:
1) a $600 ignition cylinder. None available locally, needs to ship from England. 1 to 3 weeks. Since the key won't turn, I'm looking at 4 hours of labor
2) an $800 full lock/ignition set -- available locally, and I end up with tow keys and a bunch of new locks in a bag -- + 4 hours of labor.

I found a couple online for significantly less but just looking for any additional ideas anyone might have.

I've got another locksmith coming out tomorrow who will hopefully have better luck.

Anyway, send your good vibes!

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ropadope

2003 Land Rover Discover II SE7

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RE: 2003 Disco - Key broke off in ignition - 10/5/2007 5:30:23 AM

Disco Mike

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How about $250 in parts. http://www.roverlandparts.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=477
This is a great group to buy guaranteed used parts from.

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Mike
Retired service manager. Member of the Solihull Society, NCLR club,past member of the SCLR club and Santa Barbara 4 Wheelers.
99 D2, 3" lift, lockers, H.D. axles, 4:11 gears, Custom front and rear bumpers, Warn winch, HID lights and an Engel 45.

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