Broke my key...

OverKnight · #1 11-19-2011, 08:42 PM

and it's the only one that came with the tractor when I bought it. Never got around to getting a spare made, dangit... Anyway, how can I get a new one made? Can a locksmith cut one based upon the numbers on the old key, or can I order one from somewhere?

Many thanks.

CHWNY · #2 11-19-2011, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by OverKnight

and it's the only one that came with the tractor when I bought it. Never got around to getting a spare made, dangit... Anyway, how can I get a new one made? Can a locksmith cut one based upon the numbers on the old key, or can I order one from somewhere?

Many thanks.

I will come down and get that dumb tractor out of your hair. Just need directions from Albany, NY

Can you get the end out? If its a cut key,You might better just get a new switch.

jbrewer · #3 11-19-2011, 08:58 PM

I left mine in the ignition when I hauled my 123 home and it fell out on the freeway somewhere. Doh!

Fortunately, there's not a lot of different keys. I got one listed for my 123 on Ebay and it worked fine. Perhaps some of the fine sponsors of the forum have them also!

John

CADplans · #4 11-19-2011, 09:05 PM

A toggle switch and a push button,.................

How old is it??

72-149 · #5 11-19-2011, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by CADplans

A toggle switch and a push button,.................

How old is it??

thats the only way ,dont have to worry about a key ,toggle switch for power race car rubber push button !!!! "DONE " works grate did it on my 149.just find the power wire to the ing. & the one to starter !!

OverKnight · #6 11-19-2011, 09:31 PM

I know I could replace the entire switch, for about $40.00. But the switch is fine. I'll give the local locksmith a call on Monday, but I was just wondering if anyone else has had this problem, and if they were able to get a replacement key.

zippy1 · #7 11-19-2011, 10:00 PM

If I remember correctly, the keys from my 123 was broken off and all I did was worked it around and finally got it out, then used one from a 106 to replace it.
I used one from my 102 to replace the one from my 100, so they all seem to work from one to another, so you should be able to get a new used one or get one from someone and try it, then just get a copy made.

dieseldan123 · #8 11-19-2011, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by OverKnight

and it's the only one that came with the tractor when I bought it. Never got around to getting a spare made, dangit... Anyway, how can I get a new one made? Can a locksmith cut one based upon the numbers on the old key, or can I order one from somewhere?

Many thanks.

What model tractor is it?

If it a 1x8/9 wide frame series, or narrow frame and down, you can use the same key from a IH tractor from the 50's to 70's, or mentioned cub models. Or "borrow" the keys from JD zero turn mowers sold at box stores like lowes, guess how i know!

If its a Quietline or 82 series Xtrememotorworks makes a key that will work.

Intek is the manufaturer of the ignition switch i think.

CADplans · #9 11-19-2011, 11:09 PM

The "key" for a 12 hp Briggs snowblower engine is a plastic "key".

It pushes 2 contacts apart, so the engine ignition is not grounded.

I replaced the lost key with a plastic wire tie!!

darkminion_17 · #10 11-19-2011, 11:15 PM

The keys from an original thru a 169 are the same.One fits all if you have all of them you would only need one key.If you use a thin piece of wire with a small bend on it and insert it into the part of switch that has the tumblers on it you should be able to pull the broken key out.Keys are available from our sponsors....