does anyone here know how to use a slimjim?

[masraum]

Originally Posted by Porsche-O-Phile

I've used one successfully in the past but I'm no expert. I fumble around like a kid on prom night until I get the result I need.

Yep, not fast by any means.

Originally Posted by crustychief

I have a lock out kit, it's use/tools depends on the car. It comes with a reference book.

I have a similar, but much cheaper kit. Some of the other tools are really useful.

[masraum]

Originally Posted by Jim Bremner

Watched a locksmith look at a key on the drivers seat. He wrote down the cuts and made a key off of his notes. It seems that there might only be 6 depths of key cuts or less and if the first cut is a 4 the second was a 3 the third a 5 and so forth a person with a shrp eye could do it!

Years ago a locksmith did that when my dad locked his keys in his car in the driveway. I think it took him 2 tries.

[cashflyer]

Originally Posted by lm6y

The "Big Easy" that LeeH posted works like a charm. Get the inflatable bag, and a wedge too, makes life a lot simpler.

And if you overdo the wedging, you warp the door frame.

[LeeH]

Originally Posted by cashflyer

And if you overdo the wedging, you warp the door frame.

True, but after you're inside you can roll down the window and pull it back into place.