P S Robbo
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Capri Keys
Hi guys,
Are Capri door keys the same as the ignition key?
I have no ignition or door keys for my 72 V6. I Was wondering if there was a key type number on the door key barrel or ignition barrel to get new keys made. Not sure whether my door handles are the original matching ones to car and wasn't keen on taking the ignition mechanism apart as its the 72 model and I would have to 'easy out' the 2 screws that are snapped off when they make the car to prevent theft. Looking for the easiest solution. Thank you.
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cosworthfreak
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Re: Capri Keys
2018/01/05 22:20:50
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Re: Capri Keys
2018/01/06 00:59:45
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Your profile shows zilch...............are you in Melb ?????????
If so, I may have enough English keys to try on your car if near Seaford 3198 Vic7
Bernie
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Re: Capri Keys
2018/01/06 08:03:48
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You can swap out just the key barrel from what I know. The door and boot are a different key to ignition anyway. Their is a code stamped on the back of the door and boot barrels.
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P S Robbo
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Re: Capri Keys
2018/01/06 08:24:54
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Thanks guys. Thanks for offer Bernie am in Sydney. Will update profile. I was not worried about maintaining the tamper bolts its just that knowing me I probably would do more damage trying to get them out.
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hotboostgt
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Re: Capri Keys
2018/01/06 20:07:31
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I’ve gotten ne down this road with my 72 and if I can remember the lock barrel doesn’t come out it’s attached to the column. I snapped my only key and had to firstly find a blank after going to 5 locksmith ,found an old guy who was into old small fords.
Then got mobile locksmith out to do his best to get a key made to suit lock.
Was successful but t.b.h u can start most old fords with your finger nail.
The only thing that beats HORSEPOWER is TORQUE. You can sleep in your car but u cant race your house. 1972 V6 DELETE
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oldcapriman
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Re: Capri Keys
2018/01/06 22:00:50
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As Matt said, a finger nail will start most Capris. With my 70 & 72 cars, one key can do everything for both cars - ignition, doors & boot. Cheers, Ian 
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Re: Capri Keys
2018/01/06 22:24:10
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Ignition barrel does come out, but it’s much easier with the entire mechanism removed from the column. I have some photos from when I last did it, so I’ll try and dig them out.
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gtcapri
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Re: Capri Keys
2018/01/07 05:49:59
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i have to agree with hotboost , I remb back in the late 70's early 80's with my first Capri , my mates 76 celica keys opened both my doors and boot and even started my car ! , without rhe need to even " jiggle" his Key , ir also seemed that tour own Capri key could open and start anyone elses capri, tgus i was jept busy fitting " kill switches" to all my mates Escorts , Capris and Cortinas !!
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Re: Capri Keys
2018/01/07 08:27:46
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Thanks guys. I know I can open my doors and boot with anything but my ignition I am unable to. I will try first with a whole lot of other keys before pulling it apart . cheers.
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Re: Capri Keys
2018/01/07 10:35:45
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72 is a different key to 70 71, the 72 column has a locking feature, the key is longer and thinner. The short fat key 70 71 style is still required for the boot
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Re: Capri Keys
2018/01/08 02:31:11
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The parts book lists 72 with and without steering lock. If yours is the non locking type the Lucas barrels sold for mini, mga, mgb etc are a direct fit.
post edited by GTV6 - 2018/01/08 02:39:55
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P S Robbo
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Re: Capri Keys
2018/01/09 20:05:03
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Thanks for all the help guys. Problem solved. I jimmied around with the lock and put some graffite in it and now I can turn the car on with my house key and virtually any other key around the place. I'll have to add another kill switch to be safe. It appears I don't have a steering lock. Thanks again.
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