VX key problem

[Chunky]

I have a problem with my VX commordore where i put the key into the barrel but it will not turn and so therfore i cannot start the car. Had to get the RACV to start it. They seemed to say i may need a new barrel or mech.

Can anyy one give me any idea what might be wrong with it and a idea of who can fix it, ie can my local mech fix it or do i need to go to a dealer? any idea on price also ?

[Ozzie]

the pins inside the barrel may be worn.

you can try lubing inside the barrel to see if that helps

[Chunky]

Thanks, should i use RP7 or something like that ?

[commsirac]

probably pins worn out etc. Do you have more than one key. I recently got a new key made for my vx and great trouble turning the barrel. Got the old key put into the new remote unit and it works a lot more freely, the locksmiths were adamant that the key had been cut to the correct specs and that it was a problem with wear inside the lock( I did explain to them that I wanted a copy of the key I had.......not what of what it may have used to be like!!!!)

[BlackVXGTS]

Thanks, should i use RP7 or something like that ?

You should use graphite powder for locks - although it's a bit messy and hard to get in. RP7 and similar products attract dust.