No, the statement is correct in its entirety. RVs typically have very non-specific keys for very rudimentary disc locks. There are often exceptions to any rule.
I have no experience with Airstreams, but the Airstream website does not indicate that they use some type of proprietary or otherwise high security keys/locks. The Airstream website shows very ordinary keys. Their website even says a locksmith can cut a key for you (with the correct blank).
https://airstreamsupplycompany.com/products/key-blank-tri-mark-deadbolt-2009-present/
I am not a locksmith, but the government had me trained to overcome locks without any damage. I would not expect any difficulty with picking or impressioning a key for an Airstream lock.
Elliott, if you don’t own an Airstream or if you’ve never tried to cut a key blank to work in an Airstream lock…. you are just saying what you “believe’… but you are Not knowledgeable about it.
I stand by what i previously posted. The Airstream website is for the purpose of promoting their products and refrains from any negativity. Yes..you can purchase key blanks from Airstream (But, they cost as much as simply buying the replacement key from them PLUS freight, so what‘s the point?)… and Yes, THOSE specific blanks are capable of being cut (at addt’l cost to the local locksmith) and usually work…and you have spent more than you would have if you‘d simply bought the expensive genuine Airstream replacement key…. . BUT the
Identical key blank by any other mfr’r will NOT be capable of being cut to work….and I’m speaking not only from first-hand experience but my experience is confirmed by the experiences of other Airstream owners and their unhappy results are often discussed at online Forums like THIS one is about Kubotas.
Here’s a direct quote from the AIR-stream Forums: “
“Experienced at cutting keys
I'm a well trained key-cutter, and my business partner Bob and I have found blanks that look exactly like Airstream ones... we've both cut them and they don't work. Drives me mildly insane ... which ain't that far to drive in my case.
Bob who's "thrifty" went so far as to bet me $10 that HIS superior cutting skills would make a match. He ruined six sets of blanks before giving up. I took pity on him and settled for him buying me a coke!
You gotta get the blanks from Airstream online store.
Paula”
I am trying to get a duplicate set of Bambi keys before my next trip. I've been successful with all the keys except the main door key. I've tried 4 locksmiths in town with no luck. Duplicate keys fit
www.airforums.com
