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JetSpeed 02-07-2016 02:35 PM
Key Fob
 
Obviously loosing a key fob would be a $500 expense I am not excited about.
I have my mobile number taped to the back of my remote with a label maker. Trouble is, it's tacky and it wears-off rather quickly. I am considering something small and lightweight so my key fob could be retuned to me if lost. For now, my only idea is a aluminum dog-tag with just my first name and mobile number stamped on it. Thin, weights nothing and is cheap. eBay, 2 personalized tags for $5.00 shipped!!

Anyone doing something similar?? Thoughts? Thanks.

kberkel 02-07-2016 03:26 PM
I think it'd be a cool idea.. maybe just a phone #

Kind of like the Key ID that is on one key?

http://i.imgur.com/E5h8pll.jpg?1

I've never lost a car key in my life.. so I've never considered it. The $500 fee is more motivation for me to make sure I never lose it.

carma143 02-07-2016 03:44 PM
How about one of those bluetooth trackers? I think it directs you to your keys within 100 ft.

ryoma 02-07-2016 04:01 PM
I never take my keys out of my pocket. I have a lanyard on them and I sometimes hang them around my neck or have them in my pocket. it's easily noticeable if you leave a place without your keys since I either don't feel them around my neck or don't see the lanyard hanging out of my pocket.

gravitylover 02-07-2016 04:35 PM
I lost one mt biking and have no idea where the valet key went. I've been living with one for a while now and I'm so afraid something is going to happen and I'll be stranded somewhere. I keep thinking of taking it apart and taping the chip to the steering column near they ignition switch and getting a couple of plain keys cut.

JetSpeed 02-07-2016 05:04 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by kberkel (Post 2539132)
I think it'd be a cool idea.. maybe just a phone #

Kind of like the Key ID that is on one key?

http://i.imgur.com/E5h8pll.jpg?1

I've never lost a car key in my life.. so I've never considered it. The $500 fee is more motivation for me to make sure I never lose it.
Yes, THIS!! Nice and small too.

Sarlacc 02-07-2016 05:59 PM
So, if someone finds your keys they can do a reverse number lookup and get your name and address?
Doesn't sound like a good idea to me.

JetSpeed 02-07-2016 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Sarlacc (Post 2539245)
So, if someone finds your keys they can do a reverse number lookup and get your name and address?
Doesn't sound like a good idea to me.
Well, maybe. However, for -me- my mobile is a work number and my car garaged and alarmed. Their move . . . . and I'm insured as well.

Tcoat 02-07-2016 06:48 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Sarlacc (Post 2539245)
So, if someone finds your keys they can do a reverse number lookup and get your name and address?
Doesn't sound like a good idea to me.
Quote:
Originally Posted by JetSpeed (Post 2539265)
Well, maybe. However, for -me- my mobile is a work number and my car garaged and alarmed. Their move . . . . and I'm insured as well.
You mean there are people that still have a home phone number?

Sarlacc 02-07-2016 07:29 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by JetSpeed (Post 2539265)
Well, maybe. However, for -me- my mobile is a work number and my car garaged and alarmed. Their move . . . . and I'm insured as well.
In that case, it should be fine.
I couldn't do it, because my number leads directly to where I live and park my car.

My bank gave me a clever thing. It's a small metal amulet I have attached to my key ring with their postal address, a unique number and the text "Please put in the nearest mailbox - postage will be paid by the recipient"
They promise to keep that number linked to me as long as I keep my account there.

navanodd 02-07-2016 11:29 PM
Do you guys have the War Amps key tags in the States? They've been carrying out that function for years.

STZ 02-08-2016 12:44 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by kberkel (Post 2539132)
I think it'd be a cool idea.. maybe just a phone #

Kind of like the Key ID that is on one key?

http://i.imgur.com/E5h8pll.jpg?1

I've never lost a car key in my life.. so I've never considered it. The $500 fee is more motivation for me to make sure I never lose it.
Kind of off-topic, but I was at a Subaru dealership today and the keys for the 2016 models look way better than the old ones.

http://m.subaru.ca/Content/7907/Medi...ximity_Key.jpg

acetothermus 02-08-2016 01:21 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by STZ (Post 2539487)
Kind of off-topic, but I was at a Subaru dealership today and the keys for the 2016 models look way better than the old ones.

http://m.subaru.ca/Content/7907/Medi...ximity_Key.jpg
Old news. They made the change for the 2015 model year I believe. Could have been 2014.... Someone will correct me if I'm wrong.

carma143 02-08-2016 01:33 AM
I do have all my keys attached to a slim wallet of mine. I've have yet to lose my keys for more than several seconds. I can always feel that I have them because I can feel the wallet in my pocket, and against the fabric of the pocket and wallet, it is really, really hard to slip out; even in silky pants with a shallow pocket.
Quote:
Originally Posted by acetothermus (Post 2539517)
Old news. They made the change for the 2015 model year I believe. Could have been 2014.... Someone will correct me if I'm wrong.
You're correct. They changed the key fob starting in the 2015 year, although I prefer the old version because it sits flush with my thin wallet in my pocket :) ...and it's the only key fob to sport the standard Toyota design along with the Subaru logo on the back.

STZ 02-08-2016 02:00 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by acetothermus (Post 2539517)
Old news. They made the change for the 2015 model year I believe. Could have been 2014.... Someone will correct me if I'm wrong.
Quote:
Originally Posted by carma143 (Post 2539525)
I do have all my keys attached to a slim wallet of mine. I've have yet to lose my keys for more than several seconds. I can always feel that I have them because I can feel the wallet in my pocket, and against the fabric of the pocket and wallet, it is really, really hard to slip out; even in silky pants with a shallow pocket.

You're correct. They changed the key fob starting in the 2015 year, although I prefer the old version because it sits flush with my thin wallet in my pocket :) ...and it's the only key fob to sport the standard Toyota design along with the Subaru logo on the back.
It's the 2016 model year up here in Canada. I even requested to see what a 2015 MY key looked like.

acetothermus 02-08-2016 02:13 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by carma143 (Post 2539525)
I do have all my keys attached to a slim wallet of mine. I've have yet to lose my keys for more than several seconds. I can always feel that I have them because I can feel the wallet in my pocket, and against the fabric of the pocket and wallet, it is really, really hard to slip out; even in silky pants with a shallow pocket.

You're correct. They changed the key fob starting in the 2015 year, although I prefer the old version because it sits flush with my thin wallet in my pocket :) ...and it's the only key fob to sport the standard Toyota design along with the Subaru logo on the back.
Weird... here's a shot of my 2008 Tacoma keys next to my 2016 BRZ...
http://i.imgur.com/dzkhnqw.jpg
It's interesting because I see the newer keys from Toyota have gone to square-ish style fobs...yet my mom's 2006 4Runner is square-ish like the older BRZ/FRS fobs...

JetSpeed 02-08-2016 07:28 AM
Well, I decided on one of these. Smaller and more durable than the cheapish military dog tag I was considering. Simple. My first name on one side, mobile on the other. 3/4" in diameter.

No, I'm not affiliated with this ebayer, just trying to help in case anyone is interested. http://www.ebay.com/itm/201454808496...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

ELNseven 02-08-2016 05:46 PM
would you be able to program one of those new key fobs to work for a older year brz?

STZ 02-08-2016 05:57 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by ELNseven (Post 2540228)
would you be able to program one of those new key fobs to work for a older year brz?
I'm sure if you went to the dealership and requested it they would do it.

It won't be a simple cheap exchange though. It'll probably cost just as much as getting a replacement, so you're looking at possibly $400.

TravSaidit 02-08-2016 06:56 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by ryoma (Post 2539162)
I never take my keys out of my pocket. I have a lanyard on them and I sometimes hang them around my neck or have them in my pocket. it's easily noticeable if you leave a place without your keys since I either don't feel them around my neck or don't see the lanyard hanging out of my pocket.
Same here.

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