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webby · 13th July 2008, 07:36

Hi all, finally finished my flip key yesterday. I had to have the key cut through my dealer though as the normal key cutters wont touch them.
Anyway, after reading all the information I unsoldered the transponder using a 25w soldering iron.
I applied the iron to the back of the circuit board with a craft knife under the chip. As soon as the solder melted the chip popped right off.
Soldered on 2 very fine wires and rebuilt the unit.
I was very pleasantly surprised when the whole thing worked about 10 minutes later.
Cheers

Shoulin · 14th July 2008, 10:06

I finally finished my flip key late last night. The job is not easy at all. Although mine went well I wouldnt recomend doing it unless good with a soldering iron.

My father who is a electricain was confused as why I wasnted to do this to the key in the 1st place(old school), but kindly helped out.

It was much easier having an extra pair of hands to hold the wire together.

The hardest part was getting the blade cut. Took me 5 attempts to timpson, as each time it didnt quite fit the lock, but the manager persisted and we got there in the end, and I had a full refund!

Thanks to all for the tips and hints, great help.

gray52 · 15th July 2008, 21:18

if they done it with 2 buttons, then i may be tempted. the extra button would bug me. looks nice.

woody2k4 · 15th July 2008, 21:48

well i have not been on this post for ages! was going to see how all the keys are doing and i now see thereis a new one on the block from the orig one a few months ago?

Rich 11 · 15th July 2008, 22:15

Sounds like its not worth the hassle ?

Shoulin · 23rd July 2008, 00:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rich 11

Sounds like its not worth the hassle ?

I would say its worth it, as the end product emulates the status of the car. lol - cant believe I wrote that.

It just looks better. I did get the reaction, (for the old key) " is that your type r key, looks like it fell out of xmas cracker"

This comment was made by my ** with a new focus st2, - swine!

but no more Is my key the but of his jokes!

Dimplyred · 22nd August 2008, 18:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gordons Honda

Right chaps its official, New Accord flip key WILL fit the civic. Key blank is £40.33 inc VAT and you can get them from ME, or your local dealer. Bear in mind you will need to get the key cut (approx £5-6) and programmed (approx £30).

Is there anymore information on this? I am assuming not as there have not been any more posts about it since this one.

Robbieee · 22nd August 2008, 20:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dimplyred

Is there anymore information on this? I am assuming not as there have not been any more posts about it since this one.

Ant isnt the accord 3 buttons aswell?

Doubtingthomas · 23rd August 2008, 07:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robbieee

Ant isnt the accord 3 buttons aswell?

Last time I called into my dealers I asked to have a look at the New Accord ignition 'flip' key. Yes, I do seem to recall that there are three buttons, the extra one for the boot I believe.

Robbieee · 23rd August 2008, 08:45

It would be good to get confirmation about if we could use the new accord key as it looks the mutts

Stef · 23rd August 2008, 10:36

Someone posted here that it is posible to use the accord key.
You could rewire the boot key that it opens the doors, so it is not useless
OR
It could be possible that the 2009 Civic has a 2 button flip key.
Then better to get one of these...

Doubtingthomas · 23rd August 2008, 17:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gordons Honda

Right chaps its official, New Accord flip key WILL fit the civic. Key blank is £40.33 inc VAT and you can get them from ME, or your local dealer. Bear in mind you will need to get the key cut (approx £5-6) and programmed (approx £30).

Robieee Please see post by Gordons Honda Bolton, above.

I would agree with Stef. It's more than likely the 2009 Civic will come with a flip key designed to be used with Civics. We should find out soon and on balance I think it will be worth waiting for.

Robbieee · 23rd August 2008, 17:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doubtingthomas

Robieee Please see post by Gordons Honda Bolton, above.

I would agree with Stef. It's more than likely the 2009 Civic will come with a flip key designed to be used with Civics. We should find out soon and on balance I think it will be worth waiting for.

Thats why i wanted confirmation Doubtingthomas, It wasn't spoken of after this!

Dimplyred · 23rd August 2008, 18:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robbieee

Thats why i wanted confirmation Doubtingthomas, It wasn't spoken of after this!

That's exactly why I posted the other day. As you say Robbieee it has not been mentioned by Gordons again since the post where they gave prices.

jvhlux · 23rd August 2008, 21:49

Hey,

Wouldn´t it be easier to buy the new flip key from the new Accord and have it reprogrammed according your own car at the local dealer ? I do not think this
would be cheaper but could be easier. Even if the new accord key has three
buttons which doesnot matter if the transponder is programmed for an civic.

http://www.honda.de/images/car/small...004_2008_s.jpg

Just an suggestion ...

Cheers

Orschild · 31st August 2008, 19:26

So, now I got my flippy key cut, but as I opened it up to start doing the internals the spring jumped up in my face, vanishing into thin air...

I'll probably find the spring under any of the white goods in the kitchen, but then I certainly hope it is as easy to put back together as it was to take apart...

markvirgo · 31st August 2008, 22:50

I have a spare sping that I will send you foc as the locksmith made a mess of my first key. Pm where you want it sent.

smokeR · 1st September 2008, 11:45

Im in sounds great !

Orschild · 1st September 2008, 16:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by markvirgo

I have a spare sping that I will send you foc as the locksmith made a mess of my first key. Pm where you want it sent.

I'll start with trying to find it, but it is much appreciated.

I'll get back to you in a day or two!

FWH · 1st September 2008, 16:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by smokeR

Im in sounds great !

In to what?

Looking for Orschild´s spring?

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