SarahC07 0 #1 November 9, 2004 Well, Have you? I did (just recently). doh! Yes, I know... I'm a *distracted* idiot. But, the point of this thread.... I called my automobile insurance company today and they are going to reimburse me for what I paid to have my vehicle unlocked. That ROCKS! And apparently, a lot of insurance companies will do the same... Just thought I'd share. P.S. I bet you're all wondering why I don't have a spare key. I do. Unfortunately, It's in Houston (yes, I know, it won't do me any good there ). Next time I'm in Houston, I will be sure to grab it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Brains 2 #2 November 9, 2004 QuoteEver locked your keys in your car? Nope, must be an aggie thing. Quote Next time I'm in Houston, I will be sure to grab it. How about you go to wally world today and have a copy made of the one you have, If you need time off from work, just tell Kathy i said it was ok. Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites brits17 0 #3 November 9, 2004 Yes, twice. And I'm in Houston, it'd be a good excuse to come up to CS and go shit kickin for a night _______________________ aerialkinetics.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SarahC07 0 #4 November 9, 2004 QuoteQuoteHow about you go to wally world today and have a copy made of the one you have, If you need time off from work, just tell Kathy i said it was ok. Unfortunately, I have one of those smart chip keys... and I would have to go to a Ford Dealership and pay $100 to have it duplicated. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tigra 0 #5 November 9, 2004 Nope, but with power locks, thats kind of hard to do. I have left lights on and killed my battery more than once, but I haven't done that in a while! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites flyangel2 2 #6 November 9, 2004 AAA baby! Plus I get really cool maps for free from them for my road trips, and a free tow up to 100 miles, will bring me fuel if I run out, and come change my flat. I also get some kick ass discounts on hotels using the card while out on the road.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Brains 2 #7 November 9, 2004 QuoteUnfortunately, I have one of those smart chip keys... and I would have to go to a Ford Dealership and pay $100 to have it duplicated. Ahh, i didn't think of that. Oh well, take a day off anyway and tell her i said it was ok. Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites WFFC 1 #8 November 9, 2004 QuoteWell, Have you? Yep - the day I did my first jump...Luckily, I was at a bar so I could drink while I waited for the locksmith to arrive.----- ~~~Michael Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SarahC07 0 #9 November 9, 2004 Sure thing, Mr. deer killer... *just teasing, of course* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Bolas 5 #10 November 9, 2004 At least you didn't do this: QuoteI recenty saw a distraught blond was weeping beside her car. "Do you need some help?" I asked. She replied, "I knew I should have replaced the battery to this remote door unlocker. Now I can't get into my car. Do you think they (pointing to a distant convenient store) would have a battery to fit this?" "Hmmm, I dunno. Do you have an alarm too?" I asked. "No, just this remote thingy," she answered, handing it and the car keys to me. As I took the key and manually unlocked the door, I replied, "Why don't you drive over there and check about the batteries it's a long walk." Stupidity if left untreated is self-correcting If ya can't be good, look good, if that fails, make 'em laugh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites slug 1 #11 November 9, 2004 first time locked key in self service car wash on a saturday. People behinf us weren't very happy. 2nd time locked key in car at airport parking garage in seatlle. Reimbursed for locksmith Running out of gas is worse, outside of a prison, no cell phone. Long walk hot day. Wife said cops did stop bye but i already went for more go go juice. good news it was a womens prison. R.I.P. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RevJim 0 #12 November 9, 2004 QuoteQuoteQuoteHow about you go to wally world today and have a copy made of the one you have, If you need time off from work, just tell Kathy i said it was ok. Unfortunately, I have one of those smart chip keys... and I would have to go to a Ford Dealership and pay $100 to have it duplicated. BZZZZZ! "Johnny, do we have a nice consolation prize for the young lady?" "Why yes, Bob, we do! Rev, tell the lady what she's won!" Well, Sarah, you have won the enlightenment that that chip is not needed to unlock your door! Wow! Cool! Since you need that spare key to unlock your door in the event that you exhibited a blonde moment and slammed that door before removing the expensive keys, all you need to do is insert it in the door slot, turn, open the door, and grab that 'chipped key' that is waiting for you in the ignition! How would a person like me know this? Well, I'm blonde (hence the blonde moment comment), and now carry a spare 'door key' in my wallet, juuuust in case. It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dtpilot 0 #13 November 9, 2004 owned the car for a week and still had all the spare keys in the glove box, walked away with the doors locked for some reason with the engine running and of course the wind was blowing...you know what happend from there. Anyways took about 2 hours to get the car opened and about 1 hour of lost wages. Sucks "Believe me! The secret of reaping the greatest fruitfulness and the greatest enjoyment from life is to live dangerously!" -- Friedrich Nietzsche Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sunshine 2 #14 November 9, 2004 I've done it a few times. Once i thought i put the keys in my coat pocket, but i guess they fell out and ended up on the car floor. Then i left them in the ignition at a self car wash. Most recently i left them in the car while i was at work. Got a ride home and had to break into my apartment to get the spare. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites kinney29 0 #15 November 9, 2004 AAA has been a life saver for me over the years. I used to drive junk cars. Once my car broke down and they gave me up to 100 miles in towing. Even though home was closer, I had them tow me to the dropzone so I could jump. It was a beutiful day and I wasn't gonna waste the day working on my car. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites davedlg 0 #16 November 9, 2004 Yes, And in the worst place imaginable. I was hours away from anything out in the middle of the desert in Utah. I dont know what I was doing locking my car out in the middle of nowhere, but I managed to lock my keys in. My truck is near impossible to break into as well. Besides, where are you going to find a coat hanger in the middle of the desert? Luckilly my truck, being fairly new at the time was covered under Ford's roadside assistance and I managed to find a place with a cell phone signal and call for help. Help arrived the following morning, which wasnt a big deal since I was camping there that night and all of my sleeping bag and stuff was in the bed of the truck. If it happened now (no AAA or roadside assistance) I would just break a window...I'm sure that would be cheaper than calling a tow truck from 2 hours away. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Granimal 0 #17 November 9, 2004 Once while it was running, and it ran out of gas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Evelyn 0 #18 November 9, 2004 I don't know if this works for other cars, but it works for mine. I have the kind of sensor on my key ring that makes the doors lock when you walk away and unlocks the door when you walk towards the car. It is possible to lock the keys in the car though. The doors automatically lock within a certain amount of time after you turn off the engine. But if you do lock the keys in the car you just crawl on the hood of the car and bounce up and down until the door unlocks. No kidding. I've done it, and I learned it from reading the owner's manual that came with my car. Anyway, as I said I don't know if it will work on other cars, but it wouldn't hurt to try it. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing ~ Helen Keller Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites GeordieSkydiver 0 #19 November 9, 2004 Several times, luckily, my expierences as a kid helped me, and I can get into most cars now. (what? we did motor vehicle maint at school!!) However I have locked myself out of my flat (apartment) twice this week alone. LeeLee _______________________________ In a world full of people, only some want to fly, is that not crazy? http://www.ukskydiver.co.uk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites complexity 0 #20 November 9, 2004 Yes -- and i had to join AAA so that they could unlock it as part of their service plan. It was cheaper and a better deal to become a member than pay someone to open it. But my biggest blonde moment had to be when I left my keys in the ignition, car unlocked, and running for two hours while running errands in the mall. I came back and luckily the car was still there but I was out of gas! (and this was in NJ!!!) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RevJim 0 #21 November 9, 2004 QuoteYes -- and i had to join AAA so that they could unlock it as part of their service plan. It was cheaper and a better deal to become a member than pay someone to open it. But my biggest blonde moment had to be when I left my keys in the ignition, car unlocked, and running for two hours while running errands in the mall. I came back and luckily the car was still there but I was out of gas! (and this was in NJ!!!) Crooks must have figured it was one of those "bait cars".It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites n2skdvn 0 #22 November 9, 2004 a coupl of times, once on the road to fl. Got a coat hanger from a guy. Good thing the car had electric door locks. A couple of stabs at the button and it was open.if my calculations are correct SLINKY + ESCULATOR = EVERLASTING FUN my site Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RevJim 0 #23 November 9, 2004 Better one... Driving a car hauler, loaded a carin the belly of the trailer, squeezed out to check tire alignment and the door clicked shut, with the car running. Wentto the cab of my semi to call dispatch only to find that I had locked the truck too, also running. Luckily it was an older freightliner semi, so I was able to remove the passenger side little foot level window (tookover an hour) and reach inside with an antennae I had removed from a car I was hauling hitting the center dash mounted passenger door power window switch. I then used that same antennae to get into the running car on the trailer (an older Jaguar XKE Convertible). Was an interesting evening (I did most of my work then between 9 pm and 6 am).It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Sheenster303 0 #24 November 9, 2004 I am proud to say I've never locked myself out of my car. Well I don't remember if I did at least. My dad has locked the keys in the car while it was running about 10 times now. I'm thinking he's becoming senile. I'm so funny I crack my head open! 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Brains 2 #2 November 9, 2004 QuoteEver locked your keys in your car? Nope, must be an aggie thing. Quote Next time I'm in Houston, I will be sure to grab it. How about you go to wally world today and have a copy made of the one you have, If you need time off from work, just tell Kathy i said it was ok. Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brits17 0 #3 November 9, 2004 Yes, twice. And I'm in Houston, it'd be a good excuse to come up to CS and go shit kickin for a night _______________________ aerialkinetics.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SarahC07 0 #4 November 9, 2004 QuoteQuoteHow about you go to wally world today and have a copy made of the one you have, If you need time off from work, just tell Kathy i said it was ok. Unfortunately, I have one of those smart chip keys... and I would have to go to a Ford Dealership and pay $100 to have it duplicated. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tigra 0 #5 November 9, 2004 Nope, but with power locks, thats kind of hard to do. I have left lights on and killed my battery more than once, but I haven't done that in a while! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites flyangel2 2 #6 November 9, 2004 AAA baby! Plus I get really cool maps for free from them for my road trips, and a free tow up to 100 miles, will bring me fuel if I run out, and come change my flat. I also get some kick ass discounts on hotels using the card while out on the road.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Brains 2 #7 November 9, 2004 QuoteUnfortunately, I have one of those smart chip keys... and I would have to go to a Ford Dealership and pay $100 to have it duplicated. Ahh, i didn't think of that. Oh well, take a day off anyway and tell her i said it was ok. Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites WFFC 1 #8 November 9, 2004 QuoteWell, Have you? Yep - the day I did my first jump...Luckily, I was at a bar so I could drink while I waited for the locksmith to arrive.----- ~~~Michael Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SarahC07 0 #9 November 9, 2004 Sure thing, Mr. deer killer... *just teasing, of course* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Bolas 5 #10 November 9, 2004 At least you didn't do this: QuoteI recenty saw a distraught blond was weeping beside her car. "Do you need some help?" I asked. She replied, "I knew I should have replaced the battery to this remote door unlocker. Now I can't get into my car. Do you think they (pointing to a distant convenient store) would have a battery to fit this?" "Hmmm, I dunno. Do you have an alarm too?" I asked. "No, just this remote thingy," she answered, handing it and the car keys to me. As I took the key and manually unlocked the door, I replied, "Why don't you drive over there and check about the batteries it's a long walk." Stupidity if left untreated is self-correcting If ya can't be good, look good, if that fails, make 'em laugh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites slug 1 #11 November 9, 2004 first time locked key in self service car wash on a saturday. People behinf us weren't very happy. 2nd time locked key in car at airport parking garage in seatlle. Reimbursed for locksmith Running out of gas is worse, outside of a prison, no cell phone. Long walk hot day. Wife said cops did stop bye but i already went for more go go juice. good news it was a womens prison. R.I.P. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RevJim 0 #12 November 9, 2004 QuoteQuoteQuoteHow about you go to wally world today and have a copy made of the one you have, If you need time off from work, just tell Kathy i said it was ok. Unfortunately, I have one of those smart chip keys... and I would have to go to a Ford Dealership and pay $100 to have it duplicated. BZZZZZ! "Johnny, do we have a nice consolation prize for the young lady?" "Why yes, Bob, we do! Rev, tell the lady what she's won!" Well, Sarah, you have won the enlightenment that that chip is not needed to unlock your door! Wow! Cool! Since you need that spare key to unlock your door in the event that you exhibited a blonde moment and slammed that door before removing the expensive keys, all you need to do is insert it in the door slot, turn, open the door, and grab that 'chipped key' that is waiting for you in the ignition! How would a person like me know this? Well, I'm blonde (hence the blonde moment comment), and now carry a spare 'door key' in my wallet, juuuust in case. It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dtpilot 0 #13 November 9, 2004 owned the car for a week and still had all the spare keys in the glove box, walked away with the doors locked for some reason with the engine running and of course the wind was blowing...you know what happend from there. Anyways took about 2 hours to get the car opened and about 1 hour of lost wages. Sucks "Believe me! The secret of reaping the greatest fruitfulness and the greatest enjoyment from life is to live dangerously!" -- Friedrich Nietzsche Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sunshine 2 #14 November 9, 2004 I've done it a few times. Once i thought i put the keys in my coat pocket, but i guess they fell out and ended up on the car floor. Then i left them in the ignition at a self car wash. Most recently i left them in the car while i was at work. Got a ride home and had to break into my apartment to get the spare. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites kinney29 0 #15 November 9, 2004 AAA has been a life saver for me over the years. I used to drive junk cars. Once my car broke down and they gave me up to 100 miles in towing. Even though home was closer, I had them tow me to the dropzone so I could jump. It was a beutiful day and I wasn't gonna waste the day working on my car. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites davedlg 0 #16 November 9, 2004 Yes, And in the worst place imaginable. I was hours away from anything out in the middle of the desert in Utah. I dont know what I was doing locking my car out in the middle of nowhere, but I managed to lock my keys in. My truck is near impossible to break into as well. Besides, where are you going to find a coat hanger in the middle of the desert? Luckilly my truck, being fairly new at the time was covered under Ford's roadside assistance and I managed to find a place with a cell phone signal and call for help. Help arrived the following morning, which wasnt a big deal since I was camping there that night and all of my sleeping bag and stuff was in the bed of the truck. If it happened now (no AAA or roadside assistance) I would just break a window...I'm sure that would be cheaper than calling a tow truck from 2 hours away. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Granimal 0 #17 November 9, 2004 Once while it was running, and it ran out of gas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Evelyn 0 #18 November 9, 2004 I don't know if this works for other cars, but it works for mine. I have the kind of sensor on my key ring that makes the doors lock when you walk away and unlocks the door when you walk towards the car. It is possible to lock the keys in the car though. The doors automatically lock within a certain amount of time after you turn off the engine. But if you do lock the keys in the car you just crawl on the hood of the car and bounce up and down until the door unlocks. No kidding. I've done it, and I learned it from reading the owner's manual that came with my car. Anyway, as I said I don't know if it will work on other cars, but it wouldn't hurt to try it. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing ~ Helen Keller Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites GeordieSkydiver 0 #19 November 9, 2004 Several times, luckily, my expierences as a kid helped me, and I can get into most cars now. (what? we did motor vehicle maint at school!!) However I have locked myself out of my flat (apartment) twice this week alone. LeeLee _______________________________ In a world full of people, only some want to fly, is that not crazy? http://www.ukskydiver.co.uk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites complexity 0 #20 November 9, 2004 Yes -- and i had to join AAA so that they could unlock it as part of their service plan. It was cheaper and a better deal to become a member than pay someone to open it. But my biggest blonde moment had to be when I left my keys in the ignition, car unlocked, and running for two hours while running errands in the mall. I came back and luckily the car was still there but I was out of gas! (and this was in NJ!!!) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RevJim 0 #21 November 9, 2004 QuoteYes -- and i had to join AAA so that they could unlock it as part of their service plan. It was cheaper and a better deal to become a member than pay someone to open it. But my biggest blonde moment had to be when I left my keys in the ignition, car unlocked, and running for two hours while running errands in the mall. I came back and luckily the car was still there but I was out of gas! (and this was in NJ!!!) Crooks must have figured it was one of those "bait cars".It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites n2skdvn 0 #22 November 9, 2004 a coupl of times, once on the road to fl. Got a coat hanger from a guy. Good thing the car had electric door locks. A couple of stabs at the button and it was open.if my calculations are correct SLINKY + ESCULATOR = EVERLASTING FUN my site Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RevJim 0 #23 November 9, 2004 Better one... Driving a car hauler, loaded a carin the belly of the trailer, squeezed out to check tire alignment and the door clicked shut, with the car running. Wentto the cab of my semi to call dispatch only to find that I had locked the truck too, also running. Luckily it was an older freightliner semi, so I was able to remove the passenger side little foot level window (tookover an hour) and reach inside with an antennae I had removed from a car I was hauling hitting the center dash mounted passenger door power window switch. I then used that same antennae to get into the running car on the trailer (an older Jaguar XKE Convertible). Was an interesting evening (I did most of my work then between 9 pm and 6 am).It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Sheenster303 0 #24 November 9, 2004 I am proud to say I've never locked myself out of my car. Well I don't remember if I did at least. My dad has locked the keys in the car while it was running about 10 times now. I'm thinking he's becoming senile. I'm so funny I crack my head open! P.M.S. #102 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites JohnRich 4 #25 November 9, 2004 Geez folks, take your spare key and hide it under the bumper somewhere, affixed with a wire tie or something so it won't jar loose. Oh, and wrap it in saran wrap or something to keep it clean. That technique has saved my ass several times. That way you just get a little dirty crawling under the bumper, but you don't have to wait for a locksmith to arrive, nor pay a ridiculous sum of money. I suppose now I'll have legions of skydivers crawling under my car at the DZ to find my key so they can steal the car... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 3 Next Page 1 of 3 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. 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tigra 0 #5 November 9, 2004 Nope, but with power locks, thats kind of hard to do. I have left lights on and killed my battery more than once, but I haven't done that in a while! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites flyangel2 2 #6 November 9, 2004 AAA baby! Plus I get really cool maps for free from them for my road trips, and a free tow up to 100 miles, will bring me fuel if I run out, and come change my flat. I also get some kick ass discounts on hotels using the card while out on the road.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Brains 2 #7 November 9, 2004 QuoteUnfortunately, I have one of those smart chip keys... and I would have to go to a Ford Dealership and pay $100 to have it duplicated. Ahh, i didn't think of that. Oh well, take a day off anyway and tell her i said it was ok. Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites WFFC 1 #8 November 9, 2004 QuoteWell, Have you? Yep - the day I did my first jump...Luckily, I was at a bar so I could drink while I waited for the locksmith to arrive.----- ~~~Michael Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SarahC07 0 #9 November 9, 2004 Sure thing, Mr. deer killer... *just teasing, of course* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Bolas 5 #10 November 9, 2004 At least you didn't do this: QuoteI recenty saw a distraught blond was weeping beside her car. "Do you need some help?" I asked. She replied, "I knew I should have replaced the battery to this remote door unlocker. Now I can't get into my car. Do you think they (pointing to a distant convenient store) would have a battery to fit this?" "Hmmm, I dunno. Do you have an alarm too?" I asked. "No, just this remote thingy," she answered, handing it and the car keys to me. As I took the key and manually unlocked the door, I replied, "Why don't you drive over there and check about the batteries it's a long walk." Stupidity if left untreated is self-correcting If ya can't be good, look good, if that fails, make 'em laugh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites slug 1 #11 November 9, 2004 first time locked key in self service car wash on a saturday. People behinf us weren't very happy. 2nd time locked key in car at airport parking garage in seatlle. Reimbursed for locksmith Running out of gas is worse, outside of a prison, no cell phone. Long walk hot day. Wife said cops did stop bye but i already went for more go go juice. good news it was a womens prison. R.I.P. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RevJim 0 #12 November 9, 2004 QuoteQuoteQuoteHow about you go to wally world today and have a copy made of the one you have, If you need time off from work, just tell Kathy i said it was ok. Unfortunately, I have one of those smart chip keys... and I would have to go to a Ford Dealership and pay $100 to have it duplicated. BZZZZZ! "Johnny, do we have a nice consolation prize for the young lady?" "Why yes, Bob, we do! Rev, tell the lady what she's won!" Well, Sarah, you have won the enlightenment that that chip is not needed to unlock your door! Wow! Cool! Since you need that spare key to unlock your door in the event that you exhibited a blonde moment and slammed that door before removing the expensive keys, all you need to do is insert it in the door slot, turn, open the door, and grab that 'chipped key' that is waiting for you in the ignition! How would a person like me know this? Well, I'm blonde (hence the blonde moment comment), and now carry a spare 'door key' in my wallet, juuuust in case. It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dtpilot 0 #13 November 9, 2004 owned the car for a week and still had all the spare keys in the glove box, walked away with the doors locked for some reason with the engine running and of course the wind was blowing...you know what happend from there. Anyways took about 2 hours to get the car opened and about 1 hour of lost wages. Sucks "Believe me! The secret of reaping the greatest fruitfulness and the greatest enjoyment from life is to live dangerously!" -- Friedrich Nietzsche Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sunshine 2 #14 November 9, 2004 I've done it a few times. Once i thought i put the keys in my coat pocket, but i guess they fell out and ended up on the car floor. Then i left them in the ignition at a self car wash. Most recently i left them in the car while i was at work. Got a ride home and had to break into my apartment to get the spare. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites kinney29 0 #15 November 9, 2004 AAA has been a life saver for me over the years. I used to drive junk cars. Once my car broke down and they gave me up to 100 miles in towing. Even though home was closer, I had them tow me to the dropzone so I could jump. It was a beutiful day and I wasn't gonna waste the day working on my car. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites davedlg 0 #16 November 9, 2004 Yes, And in the worst place imaginable. I was hours away from anything out in the middle of the desert in Utah. I dont know what I was doing locking my car out in the middle of nowhere, but I managed to lock my keys in. My truck is near impossible to break into as well. Besides, where are you going to find a coat hanger in the middle of the desert? Luckilly my truck, being fairly new at the time was covered under Ford's roadside assistance and I managed to find a place with a cell phone signal and call for help. Help arrived the following morning, which wasnt a big deal since I was camping there that night and all of my sleeping bag and stuff was in the bed of the truck. If it happened now (no AAA or roadside assistance) I would just break a window...I'm sure that would be cheaper than calling a tow truck from 2 hours away. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Granimal 0 #17 November 9, 2004 Once while it was running, and it ran out of gas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Evelyn 0 #18 November 9, 2004 I don't know if this works for other cars, but it works for mine. I have the kind of sensor on my key ring that makes the doors lock when you walk away and unlocks the door when you walk towards the car. It is possible to lock the keys in the car though. The doors automatically lock within a certain amount of time after you turn off the engine. But if you do lock the keys in the car you just crawl on the hood of the car and bounce up and down until the door unlocks. No kidding. I've done it, and I learned it from reading the owner's manual that came with my car. Anyway, as I said I don't know if it will work on other cars, but it wouldn't hurt to try it. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing ~ Helen Keller Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites GeordieSkydiver 0 #19 November 9, 2004 Several times, luckily, my expierences as a kid helped me, and I can get into most cars now. (what? we did motor vehicle maint at school!!) However I have locked myself out of my flat (apartment) twice this week alone. LeeLee _______________________________ In a world full of people, only some want to fly, is that not crazy? http://www.ukskydiver.co.uk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites complexity 0 #20 November 9, 2004 Yes -- and i had to join AAA so that they could unlock it as part of their service plan. It was cheaper and a better deal to become a member than pay someone to open it. But my biggest blonde moment had to be when I left my keys in the ignition, car unlocked, and running for two hours while running errands in the mall. I came back and luckily the car was still there but I was out of gas! (and this was in NJ!!!) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RevJim 0 #21 November 9, 2004 QuoteYes -- and i had to join AAA so that they could unlock it as part of their service plan. It was cheaper and a better deal to become a member than pay someone to open it. But my biggest blonde moment had to be when I left my keys in the ignition, car unlocked, and running for two hours while running errands in the mall. I came back and luckily the car was still there but I was out of gas! (and this was in NJ!!!) Crooks must have figured it was one of those "bait cars".It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites n2skdvn 0 #22 November 9, 2004 a coupl of times, once on the road to fl. Got a coat hanger from a guy. Good thing the car had electric door locks. A couple of stabs at the button and it was open.if my calculations are correct SLINKY + ESCULATOR = EVERLASTING FUN my site Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RevJim 0 #23 November 9, 2004 Better one... Driving a car hauler, loaded a carin the belly of the trailer, squeezed out to check tire alignment and the door clicked shut, with the car running. Wentto the cab of my semi to call dispatch only to find that I had locked the truck too, also running. Luckily it was an older freightliner semi, so I was able to remove the passenger side little foot level window (tookover an hour) and reach inside with an antennae I had removed from a car I was hauling hitting the center dash mounted passenger door power window switch. I then used that same antennae to get into the running car on the trailer (an older Jaguar XKE Convertible). Was an interesting evening (I did most of my work then between 9 pm and 6 am).It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Sheenster303 0 #24 November 9, 2004 I am proud to say I've never locked myself out of my car. Well I don't remember if I did at least. My dad has locked the keys in the car while it was running about 10 times now. I'm thinking he's becoming senile. I'm so funny I crack my head open! 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flyangel2 2 #6 November 9, 2004 AAA baby! Plus I get really cool maps for free from them for my road trips, and a free tow up to 100 miles, will bring me fuel if I run out, and come change my flat. I also get some kick ass discounts on hotels using the card while out on the road.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brains 2 #7 November 9, 2004 QuoteUnfortunately, I have one of those smart chip keys... and I would have to go to a Ford Dealership and pay $100 to have it duplicated. Ahh, i didn't think of that. Oh well, take a day off anyway and tell her i said it was ok. Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WFFC 1 #8 November 9, 2004 QuoteWell, Have you? Yep - the day I did my first jump...Luckily, I was at a bar so I could drink while I waited for the locksmith to arrive.----- ~~~Michael Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SarahC07 0 #9 November 9, 2004 Sure thing, Mr. deer killer... *just teasing, of course* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bolas 5 #10 November 9, 2004 At least you didn't do this: QuoteI recenty saw a distraught blond was weeping beside her car. "Do you need some help?" I asked. She replied, "I knew I should have replaced the battery to this remote door unlocker. Now I can't get into my car. Do you think they (pointing to a distant convenient store) would have a battery to fit this?" "Hmmm, I dunno. Do you have an alarm too?" I asked. "No, just this remote thingy," she answered, handing it and the car keys to me. As I took the key and manually unlocked the door, I replied, "Why don't you drive over there and check about the batteries it's a long walk." Stupidity if left untreated is self-correcting If ya can't be good, look good, if that fails, make 'em laugh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slug 1 #11 November 9, 2004 first time locked key in self service car wash on a saturday. People behinf us weren't very happy. 2nd time locked key in car at airport parking garage in seatlle. Reimbursed for locksmith Running out of gas is worse, outside of a prison, no cell phone. Long walk hot day. Wife said cops did stop bye but i already went for more go go juice. good news it was a womens prison. R.I.P. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #12 November 9, 2004 QuoteQuoteQuoteHow about you go to wally world today and have a copy made of the one you have, If you need time off from work, just tell Kathy i said it was ok. Unfortunately, I have one of those smart chip keys... and I would have to go to a Ford Dealership and pay $100 to have it duplicated. BZZZZZ! "Johnny, do we have a nice consolation prize for the young lady?" "Why yes, Bob, we do! Rev, tell the lady what she's won!" Well, Sarah, you have won the enlightenment that that chip is not needed to unlock your door! Wow! Cool! Since you need that spare key to unlock your door in the event that you exhibited a blonde moment and slammed that door before removing the expensive keys, all you need to do is insert it in the door slot, turn, open the door, and grab that 'chipped key' that is waiting for you in the ignition! How would a person like me know this? Well, I'm blonde (hence the blonde moment comment), and now carry a spare 'door key' in my wallet, juuuust in case. It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dtpilot 0 #13 November 9, 2004 owned the car for a week and still had all the spare keys in the glove box, walked away with the doors locked for some reason with the engine running and of course the wind was blowing...you know what happend from there. Anyways took about 2 hours to get the car opened and about 1 hour of lost wages. Sucks "Believe me! The secret of reaping the greatest fruitfulness and the greatest enjoyment from life is to live dangerously!" -- Friedrich Nietzsche Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #14 November 9, 2004 I've done it a few times. Once i thought i put the keys in my coat pocket, but i guess they fell out and ended up on the car floor. Then i left them in the ignition at a self car wash. Most recently i left them in the car while i was at work. Got a ride home and had to break into my apartment to get the spare. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kinney29 0 #15 November 9, 2004 AAA has been a life saver for me over the years. I used to drive junk cars. Once my car broke down and they gave me up to 100 miles in towing. Even though home was closer, I had them tow me to the dropzone so I could jump. It was a beutiful day and I wasn't gonna waste the day working on my car. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davedlg 0 #16 November 9, 2004 Yes, And in the worst place imaginable. I was hours away from anything out in the middle of the desert in Utah. I dont know what I was doing locking my car out in the middle of nowhere, but I managed to lock my keys in. My truck is near impossible to break into as well. Besides, where are you going to find a coat hanger in the middle of the desert? Luckilly my truck, being fairly new at the time was covered under Ford's roadside assistance and I managed to find a place with a cell phone signal and call for help. Help arrived the following morning, which wasnt a big deal since I was camping there that night and all of my sleeping bag and stuff was in the bed of the truck. If it happened now (no AAA or roadside assistance) I would just break a window...I'm sure that would be cheaper than calling a tow truck from 2 hours away. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Granimal 0 #17 November 9, 2004 Once while it was running, and it ran out of gas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Evelyn 0 #18 November 9, 2004 I don't know if this works for other cars, but it works for mine. I have the kind of sensor on my key ring that makes the doors lock when you walk away and unlocks the door when you walk towards the car. It is possible to lock the keys in the car though. The doors automatically lock within a certain amount of time after you turn off the engine. But if you do lock the keys in the car you just crawl on the hood of the car and bounce up and down until the door unlocks. No kidding. I've done it, and I learned it from reading the owner's manual that came with my car. Anyway, as I said I don't know if it will work on other cars, but it wouldn't hurt to try it. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing ~ Helen Keller Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeordieSkydiver 0 #19 November 9, 2004 Several times, luckily, my expierences as a kid helped me, and I can get into most cars now. (what? we did motor vehicle maint at school!!) However I have locked myself out of my flat (apartment) twice this week alone. LeeLee _______________________________ In a world full of people, only some want to fly, is that not crazy? http://www.ukskydiver.co.uk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
complexity 0 #20 November 9, 2004 Yes -- and i had to join AAA so that they could unlock it as part of their service plan. It was cheaper and a better deal to become a member than pay someone to open it. But my biggest blonde moment had to be when I left my keys in the ignition, car unlocked, and running for two hours while running errands in the mall. I came back and luckily the car was still there but I was out of gas! (and this was in NJ!!!) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #21 November 9, 2004 QuoteYes -- and i had to join AAA so that they could unlock it as part of their service plan. It was cheaper and a better deal to become a member than pay someone to open it. But my biggest blonde moment had to be when I left my keys in the ignition, car unlocked, and running for two hours while running errands in the mall. I came back and luckily the car was still there but I was out of gas! (and this was in NJ!!!) Crooks must have figured it was one of those "bait cars".It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
n2skdvn 0 #22 November 9, 2004 a coupl of times, once on the road to fl. Got a coat hanger from a guy. Good thing the car had electric door locks. A couple of stabs at the button and it was open.if my calculations are correct SLINKY + ESCULATOR = EVERLASTING FUN my site Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #23 November 9, 2004 Better one... Driving a car hauler, loaded a carin the belly of the trailer, squeezed out to check tire alignment and the door clicked shut, with the car running. Wentto the cab of my semi to call dispatch only to find that I had locked the truck too, also running. Luckily it was an older freightliner semi, so I was able to remove the passenger side little foot level window (tookover an hour) and reach inside with an antennae I had removed from a car I was hauling hitting the center dash mounted passenger door power window switch. I then used that same antennae to get into the running car on the trailer (an older Jaguar XKE Convertible). Was an interesting evening (I did most of my work then between 9 pm and 6 am).It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sheenster303 0 #24 November 9, 2004 I am proud to say I've never locked myself out of my car. Well I don't remember if I did at least. My dad has locked the keys in the car while it was running about 10 times now. I'm thinking he's becoming senile. I'm so funny I crack my head open! P.M.S. #102 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #25 November 9, 2004 Geez folks, take your spare key and hide it under the bumper somewhere, affixed with a wire tie or something so it won't jar loose. Oh, and wrap it in saran wrap or something to keep it clean. That technique has saved my ass several times. That way you just get a little dirty crawling under the bumper, but you don't have to wait for a locksmith to arrive, nor pay a ridiculous sum of money. I suppose now I'll have legions of skydivers crawling under my car at the DZ to find my key so they can steal the car... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
