to re-key do i need some re-key tool
1274967
Yes, u need the little tool u used when u keyed it the first time. It comes with it.
1165129
I think so. The lock mechanism has the rekey hole used in all kwikset locks. I know it can be rekeyed to use other kwikset keys.
1435720
Allen/hex key is all that is required. Is a straight forward change, just make sure of the g pulley is on the upper slot.
953010
As far as I know, no. Unless you have a copy of the original key. To be able to re-key the lock, you have to be able to insert and turn the key, and only the original (or copy of it) would be able to do that...(unless of course you have some kind of thieves tools...)
1970578
I am unable to rekey them. None of the 4 set I have show that key code. I have one with a 90. Not sure if this helps
259997
you have to take it to the locksmith and they will make you a copy of the old key you have and you need to bring to the other key it's just a shell with a blank
1757701
Hi Sorry we can't do any re-keying but there are some hardware stores that does. Thank you could take them to. Sorry again not much help Thank you for your communication texasvalue
2149320
Yes, the re-key feature works well and still is after months of use. I suggest watching the YouTube video it's pretty good with the instructions especially if you are the visual type.
1670837
I would reuse the old one. I found one at D&B; to use. It also doesn't come with a keyway but I found one for .27 cents at D&B; as well.
2115095
no, you need the combo and the key. i'm not sure if this is true, but you may be able to leave the combo set and then just use the key, but then you would need to use the combo again if the dial got moved.
1250011
No. You have to have a chip. Migrating the chip from the old key is a major pain.
627378
You the user provide a new key if you use the kit a second time. So you would have to get 2 or 3 Kwikset keys, cut the same to rekey the lock the 2nd time. I hope you can understand what I am saying. If I have not made my self clear and I'll try again: )
1746537
Yes, it is just a easier tool to ues, and actually I prefer the rekey learn tool to the one that comes with the knobs. It's easier to use: )
1785741
Yes. It must be cut to shape as the other key already with you. And coded. .it works well.
665157
I haven't done this yet, but I am planning on doing so. My local hardware store told me to bring in all the cylinders and they would rekey them for one key!
1165130
I didn't personally do it, but the set came with a tool (small flat key) to rekey the lock
2149321
yes it can be unfortunately easy to technically rekeyit to a key you don't possess. Actually what can happen is if the key is not fully inserted or slides out turning the turn operation of rekeying: the pins can get to set to a position only achievable when the key is again in that intermediate position. This can make it very difficult if not nearly impossible to reenter rekeying. You cannot rekey without the current key (without getting all the pins in the current unlock position). But yes it works really well and very easily when done properly and carefully.