Re: E30: Lock cylinder replacement

[Russ Maki <rinard@xxxxxxxxxx>]

While I have no direct experience with replacing a lock cylinder on an E30, I'm in the process of obtaining a new ignition cylinder for an older Mercedes that will match the other locks on that car. It's not that
expensive...I'd definitely go the special-order route, give them your VIN and they should be able to match it up.

My MB cylinder is coming from a mail-order parts house for less than $100. The guy also deals in BMW parts; email me off list and I'll put you in touch if you like.

Russ Maki
'87 325ic


> From: Dave Rathnow <Dave.Rathnow@domain.elided>
> Subject: E30: Lock cylinder replacement
>
> The drivers side door lock cylinder on my '88iX has to be replaced.
> BMW has a new cylinder but they say I would have a separate key
> for that lock alone.
>
> When asked if there was a way to rekey the new cylinder to work
> with my old key, the person I spoke with was unsure.  I know there
> is a lock-rebuild kit that you can get that allows you to change the
> tumblers to match your existing key so why can't you change the
> tumblers on a new lock cylinder?
>
> Of course, they said they could order a new cylinder from BMW
> n Germany but I think the time and cost wouldn't be worth it.
>
> Does anyone know if I can rekey a new cylinder to match my
> my existing key?
>
> Thanks,
> Dave.

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