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"OPPOsaurus WRX" (opposaurus)
12/31/2015 at 14:29 • Filed to: None

Ze Audi partz department wantz $170 for new lock cylinderz. Any one know if there’s a way to remove these without the key? The rear bar is way to far forward to carry anything long and there are bolts sticking out of the rack from an old kayak carrier. It doesn’t look like there are any bolts and I tried remixing the circular things on the side but I don’t know if they come out

Edit: ask I want to do is remove the cross bars not the entire roof rack system. I called a locksmith and they want $100 just to unlock it never mind a key

DISCUSSION (28)

bob and john > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 14:44

Do you want to re use them? If not, pull out the dremels and hacksaws

CB > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 14:45

Try using compressed air to freeze it, then smash it with a chisel and hammer? That’s what my grade 11 chemistry teacher told me would work if I wanted to steal a bike.

jkm7680 > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 14:45

y u no leave on roof?

Ssfancyfresh > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 14:48

Many OEMS rely on the aftermarket to provide accessories like this. For example, my Chevy Cavalier had a Thule aerobar setup that was rebranded as GM Accessories. Same goes for my TT. It may be worthwhile to find a bike shops or outfitter that is an authorized Thule or Yakima dealer and see what they can do. they may be able to identify the lock cylinders and have access to a master key to unlock them. A new set of 4 lock cylinders from Thule / Yakima is typically under $50

OPPOsaurus WRX > jkm7680
12/31/2015 at 14:48

I do want to leave it on but the rear track is in the middle. I want to move it back as far as possible which would be another 2’. I’m thinking about buying some 2x4s and they are way to close together to carry them. There are also those bolts sticking up I want to get out

OPPOsaurus WRX > CB
12/31/2015 at 14:50

That would but me back needing the $160 lock set

OPPOsaurus WRX > bob and john
12/31/2015 at 14:50

Yea is like to not destroy them

CB > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 14:52

Learn how to pick locks, then?

OPPOsaurus WRX > Ssfancyfresh
12/31/2015 at 14:54

Awesome I’ll look into that.

jkm7680 > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 14:56

Did you ask the PO?

I can ask for you on Audizine and see if anybody knows what to do?

RallyWrench > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 14:59

Those look like Thules, they may have made them for Audi. Maybe see if a bike shop has a Thule master. Also, there should be a little number stamped in the face of the lock cylinder, which you can order new keys by.

Sampsonite24-Earth's Least Likeliest Hero > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 15:00

Got a Bobby pin and a screw driver?

Kinja'd!!!

Svend > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 15:00

Kinja'd!!!

As you say about the ‘circle bits’, see if you can get either a smallish screw driver or small chisel under the bottom bit of the circular covers.

Is there any place on the outside of the barrel with a three or four digit number. You should be able to get replacement keys cheaper direct from Thule or on eBay. Also try checking out your local or nearest Audi group or forum with members in or near your area as just by flook someone may have a key to at least take it off and then get a key or two copied at key cutters.

OPPOsaurus WRX > CB
12/31/2015 at 15:04

Following your suggestion I looked up a YouTube. It seems easy enough. I tried bending a finish nail but even that was too thick to fit in the lock

OPPOsaurus WRX > jkm7680
12/31/2015 at 15:14

Yea sure. I tried to sign up but I couldn’t do it on my phone and I didn’t remember when I was at work. I tr little circle things of but it didn’t seem like the pins would move

Kinja'd!!!

Svend > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 15:16

Also your Audi dealership or Thule stockist may have a master key to remove or just move the bars for you. You may need to tip the person a few dollars if need be.

OPPOsaurus WRX > Svend
12/31/2015 at 15:16

There are no numbers anywhere. There is an Audi logo under but from what I can see it’s only load rating. I got the circles it and hit the pun with a screw driver and hammer and they didn’t budge

Kinja'd!!!

OPPOsaurus WRX > RallyWrench
12/31/2015 at 15:17

No numbers. I’ll check a shop after the holiday.

Svend > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 15:19

I think your best bet is an Audi forum or as I added in a separate post see if a Thule seller or Audi dealership has a master key to move or remove it.

That Bastard Kurtis - An Attempt to Standardize My Username Across Platforms > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 15:21

“Call the locksmith!” - Robin Hood

mancub920 > Ssfancyfresh
12/31/2015 at 15:25

This, those look like standard Thule lock cores. Stop in at a bike shop or sporting goods store that would have these. I know we have plenty laying around our shop...

jkm7680 > OPPOsaurus WRX
12/31/2015 at 15:34

Cool, here’s a link. If you want me to edit anything lemme know.

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthre…

The AR community on Audizine is great, lots of friendly people willing to help!