Key Fob Modification - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

TLD · 08-02-2019, 07:50 AM

I don't know why this hasn't been done? Or it has I just couldn't fine it. I finally measured all the necessary dimensions of the key fob and made myself a slimmer key fob with only the absolute necessary (not those slip on key fob cover). Cause I think everyone agrees we have an ugly key fob.

Turning this one:

Into this

The picture above is straight out of the 3D printer, if you want a smooth surface you'll need to polish it.

So some important notes:
1. No more physical key, because space saving
2. No trunk release button on your key fob

If you have a 3D printer and want to make one yourself, please inbox me and I'll send you the step/stl files. I once got help from a fellow member on this forum on a 3D printed parts so I wanted to give back to the community.

I think this count as a cosmetic modification?

Peace.

HRTROB · 08-02-2019, 09:56 PM

It has been done by somebody at the Land Cruiser forum:

https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/yot...l-kit.1122566/

Store link:
https://store.yotamd.com/collections...t-round-button

Yours has a couple of flaws in my opinion:

1. No physical key. No way to unlock the car if either the car battery or the key battery goes dead.

2. No hole for a key ring. No way to hook it to your carbiner with your other keys, keychain or hang it on a valet/dealership key box

soundman98 · 08-02-2019, 10:45 PM

and ordered... i really like the titanium portion instead of relying on a plastic eyelet...

Tristor · 08-03-2019, 02:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HRTROB

Store link:
https://store.yotamd.com/collections...t-round-button

So, do you happen to know if this also works with the BRZ keyfobs? I like this idea.

soundman98 · 08-03-2019, 08:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tristor

So, do you happen to know if this also works with the BRZ keyfobs? I like this idea.

not for the 2015+. but the '12-14's, it will work. the wonders of toyota component re-use.

churchx · 08-03-2019, 11:47 AM

If i'd wish for any modification to keyfob, then it would be to enable to fit other more common batteries instead of rare CR1632.

tehShirt · 08-03-2019, 02:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tristor

So, do you happen to know if this also works with the BRZ keyfobs? I like this idea.

I sent an email asking about 2015+ BRZ compatibility. The 2015+ key design is common for all keyless entry Subarus. He said he would add it to the list, but it would probably help to have other people ask for the same thing.

TLD · 08-05-2019, 10:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HRTROB

It has been done by somebody at the Land Cruiser forum:

https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/yot...l-kit.1122566/

Store link:
https://store.yotamd.com/collections...t-round-button

Yours has a couple of flaws in my opinion:

1. No physical key. No way to unlock the car if either the car battery or the key battery goes dead.

2. No hole for a key ring. No way to hook it to your carbiner with your other keys, keychain or hang it on a valet/dealership key box

Thanks mate I didn't know about that. And thanks for your opinion too.

Unfortunately my key isn't the same as the one on Yotamd, I don't have an alarm button but a truck release button and it's in a different place. But that one really looks cool.

HRTROB · 08-06-2019, 05:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TLD

Thanks mate I didn't know about that. And thanks for your opinion too.

Unfortunately my key isn't the same as the one on Yotamd, I don't have an alarm button but a truck release button and it's in a different place. But that one really looks cool.

Yup I have the same key too. I contacted YotaMD and he said he will make a key fob for us

reh8388 · 08-06-2019, 07:50 AM

I have the AJT Designs key fob for my RS2. You lose the trunk button but the key fob looks awesome. He has a bunch of different colors shells and buttons.

https://www.ajtdesign-llc.com/online...ited-c35615020

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Fred E · 08-06-2019, 11:26 AM

Paging @Stang70Fastback to show off his 3D designing/printing skills.

Irace86.2.0 · 08-06-2019, 11:31 AM

It just isn’t different enough in size to pay $75. Keyless entry should be tied to a phone or wallet sized card like on a Tesla.

TLD · 08-06-2019, 06:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Irace86.2.0

It just isn’t different enough in size to pay $75. Keyless entry should be tied to a phone or wallet sized card like on a Tesla.

Exactly my thought. But the current electronics are too bulky, can't do much about that

Irace86.2.0 · 08-06-2019, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TLD

Exactly my thought. But the current electronics are too bulky, can't do much about that

I would rather have my money go towards a system like this.

https://www.viper.com/smartstart/

https://www.google.com/amp/s/9to5mac...th-iphone/amp/

08-02-2019, 07:50 AM	#1
TLD Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Drives: GT86 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 21 Thanks: 10 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Key Fob Modification I don't know why this hasn't been done? Or it has I just couldn't fine it. I finally measured all the necessary dimensions of the key fob and made myself a slimmer key fob with only the absolute necessary (not those slip on key fob cover). Cause I think everyone agrees we have an ugly key fob. Turning this one: Into this The picture above is straight out of the 3D printer, if you want a smooth surface you'll need to polish it. So some important notes: 1. No more physical key, because space saving 2. No trunk release button on your key fob If you have a 3D printer and want to make one yourself, please inbox me and I'll send you the step/stl files. I once got help from a fellow member on this forum on a 3D printed parts so I wanted to give back to the community. I think this count as a cosmetic modification? Peace.

08-02-2019, 09:56 PM	#2
HRTROB Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Drives: Toyota 86 Location: Manila, Philippines Posts: 457 Thanks: 144 Thanked 271 Times in 140 Posts Mentioned: 13 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	It has been done by somebody at the Land Cruiser forum: https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/yot...l-kit.1122566/ Store link: https://store.yotamd.com/collections...t-round-button Yours has a couple of flaws in my opinion: 1. No physical key. No way to unlock the car if either the car battery or the key battery goes dead. 2. No hole for a key ring. No way to hook it to your carbiner with your other keys, keychain or hang it on a valet/dealership key box Attached Images Last edited by HRTROB; 08-02-2019 at 11:23 PM. Reason: Typo

08-02-2019, 10:45 PM	#3
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