sean
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This is a simple modification so you don't have to keep taking ignition key out every time you want to open false tank storage box.
I went to local locksmith and got two copies of ignition key. They are the same too big size and will turn on ignition but without the chip so won't start.
I cut the key and araldited (epoxy resin) it into a plastic "knob" I had in the garage. You need to measure the key carefully so that it sits flush when finished. If you are pushing it into tight fitting piece of plastic you can heat the key stub with blow torch and "mould" it into plastic fitting but you will probably need araldite too to make it permanent.
I just leave this permanently in the lock of the false tank. I'll put up photo. It was first attempt and will make neater version but haven't had time yet. When it's in false tank it doesn't look like key.
With ignition key it is awkward when you are getting documents for boat or passport control to switch off ignition, remove key, insert in false tank, open and pass over documents and then the reverse. And sometimes that ignition key doesn’t want to go in ignition easily.
So now the little key is in tank lock and I just turn it and remove the documents or get out my camera or some money for tolls without having to touch ignition.
When parking overnight on a trip I take this key out and hang it on carabiner inside false tank.
I will probably put on bigger “knob” on key when I get time. Was thinking about similar with panniers but not sure it’s good idea as it might be left “open”.
I went to local locksmith and got two copies of ignition key. They are the same too big size and will turn on ignition but without the chip so won't start.
I cut the key and araldited (epoxy resin) it into a plastic "knob" I had in the garage. You need to measure the key carefully so that it sits flush when finished. If you are pushing it into tight fitting piece of plastic you can heat the key stub with blow torch and "mould" it into plastic fitting but you will probably need araldite too to make it permanent.
I just leave this permanently in the lock of the false tank. I'll put up photo. It was first attempt and will make neater version but haven't had time yet. When it's in false tank it doesn't look like key.
With ignition key it is awkward when you are getting documents for boat or passport control to switch off ignition, remove key, insert in false tank, open and pass over documents and then the reverse. And sometimes that ignition key doesn’t want to go in ignition easily.
So now the little key is in tank lock and I just turn it and remove the documents or get out my camera or some money for tolls without having to touch ignition.
When parking overnight on a trip I take this key out and hang it on carabiner inside false tank.
I will probably put on bigger “knob” on key when I get time. Was thinking about similar with panniers but not sure it’s good idea as it might be left “open”.
