Cedar's key fob build thread

[atnolan94]

I'll be the devils advocate here on a few things: If I do break my key, as you have suggested, then I would be able to "put" home with the pliers and duct tape that I have in my vehicle. I wouldn't be stranded. (Like many, I also have a spare, but that's beside the point).

The amazon link above (which might break in 6 months, and was referred to as total crap, despite almost 700 positive reviews) is less than $9, not $40. That's for a key shell, which is the article in question, not a $200 OEM replacement key [apples/oranges].

I don't mean to be rude, nor to derail this thread. I think it's great that people design all sorts of aftermarket things for our vehicles. I buy many of them. In this case, what I struggle with is the cost/benefit. It is clear that many people perceive value differently, so don't let me tighten your purse-strings.

I am talking about full key replacements from amazon that have to be reprogrammed. Those are $40. Apples/Apples. I understand your point, I think the $80 to never worry about it method is best for me. Certainly not a one size fits all solution.

 

[Dockofthebay]

Perhaps I'll re-evaluate when I start breaking keys and running low on inventory.

May i retort. I purchased MY100 with only one master key. The original lexus key was in perfect condition but i needed a backup. I didn't want to destroy the original, so i purchased the said amazon keys. They both broke where the only screw goes in at the bottom of the case. My plan all along was to buy a YotaMD key fob, and put the Amazon blade in. That worked perfect and is rock solid.