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Old 02-20-12, 09:46 AM
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hey guys i wonder if i can change my 98 gs400 normal key to a flip key.
would be compatible and where can i buy one!!
Old 02-20-12, 10:43 AM
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if you find out, let me know.. thatd be pretty cool
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Originally Posted by islexusred
hey guys i wonder if i can change my 98 gs400 normal key to a flip key.
would be compatible and where can i buy one!!
Originally Posted by defloc527
if you find out, let me know.. thatd be pretty cool
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...-style-18.html
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Originally Posted by islexusred
hey guys i wonder if i can change my 98 gs400 normal key to a flip key.
would be compatible and where can i buy one!!
I got 2 flip keys and the regular for my 98 gs400, I prefer the regular key, I don't use them..
Old 02-20-12, 08:59 PM
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What is a flip key? Got any pictures?
Old 02-20-12, 10:18 PM
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Originally Posted by JAWNPAWN
I got 2 flip keys and the regular for my 98 gs400, I prefer the regular key, I don't use them..
why dont u used them? they look sick
Old 02-20-12, 10:31 PM
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Originally Posted by islexusred
why dont u used them? they look sick
I don't know I just don't, I like to turn the key, instead of the plastic, u know? If u get a key cut, I'll give u one of mine for free...
Old 02-21-12, 03:58 PM
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got mine on ebay (1010keys was the seller i think) works good. i like the smaller compact size while in my pocket, was also a lot cheaper then getting one cut at dealer.
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any of you guys have a close up/size comparison pic of your flips? i see about 2 different types on ebay & i hear one is better than the other due to the way it opens.

hows the plastic? does it feel sturdy or just a weak plastic mold?
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Just ordered some from 1010keys on eBay as soon as they come in I'll post pics seems pretty legit.
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I have a 2 flip keys from that seller. They work just fine and they can cut you out a key based on a picture of your key. You do have to switch the remote pod into the new flip key but it isnt hard at all. It is a tad bulky but for 50$ 2 flip keys is an awesome deal. I just wish it was a little more compact like the range rover flips
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I bought my fob off ebay from a seller called midwest key I think, I only paid like $14 shipped. Great quality



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the key to my 02 gs300 broke (where it goes on a keyring), so I ordered the flipkey from ebay seller 1010keys saturday, will post pics and thoughts when it arrives
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if you get it, cut the key so that the length is the same as the original stock key. the ebay flip keys tend to be longer than needed, i found the flip key got in the way because it was too long.
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Originally Posted by SorrGwa
if you get it, cut the key so that the length is the same as the original stock key. the ebay flip keys tend to be longer than needed, i found the flip key got in the way because it was too long.
It shouldn't make a difference, the keyblade for my fob is longer than the original and it works perfectly fine.


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