UK - Ebay Keys

[RisingSun]

Just looking for experiences with buying Keys from the UK and using them in Australia.
I am aware of the frequency that is required, but wondering if anyone has purchased a Rover 75 key (UK Says Compatible to Discovery) and been able to use it.

Looking for experiences from both frequency discoveries.

Is the Code on the back of the keys only for the key fob, or does it also correspond with the internal circuit board?

I noticed that if you search for Discovery keys a number of options come up just wondering about key blade removal etc. Happy to experiment for the right price but still want to get a key that works in the end.

I know this topic has been overdone, just wanting actual experience on those that have taken the step and triumphed or Failed. Just trying to tap into the collective wisdom of those who have gone before me.

[Andrew D]

I'm pretty sure you'll find the blade for the key (Rover) is totally different and therefore will not work.

Add a link to the Ebay site and I should be able to confirm but pretty certain it won't work.

Not sure which number you are referring to. The one on the sticker of the circuit board is the code used to program the fob. 100% certain it has no connection to frequency. The number on the fob case is the Valeo number. Both the D2 and Rover have the same number but the blade is different along with the connection.

If you have looked all through the forum prices vary from $85 - $150 and they are Land Rover keys not Rover keys so maybe just get a Land Rover key.

I have purchased a genuine key from the UK chaps for $140.

Regards
Andrew

[Andrew D]

Pretty sure this is what you are referring to.

Land Rover Discovery Rover 75 2 Button Key Case Cheape - eBay (item 140489295822 end time Feb-09-11 18:43:28 PST) (http://cgi.ebay.com/Land-Rover-Discovery-Rover-75-2-Button-Key-Case-Cheape-/140489295822?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item20b5d087ce#ht_1883wt_907)

Pretty well much answers your question I think.

Regards
Andrew

[foss]

YEAH THE 75 ONES are good if the rubbers go on you rkey fob, you can just switch the key & transponder over..the 75 key blade itself though is different as they a laser cut type rather than standard disco ones...might be same as d2a though but never seen one of those

[Andrew D]

YEAH THE 75 ONES are good if the rubbers go on you rkey fob, you can just switch the key & transponder over..the 75 key blade itself though is different as they a laser cut type rather than standard disco ones...might be same as d2a though but never seen one of those

????? The rubbers are different and the blade is different. Which one are you referring to. D2a are the same as a D2 keys. Do you actually have a rover key you have used?

Regards
Andrew

[foss]

if yo ujust need a new housing and rubbers the 75 works fine...i got one.
Just transfer the blade, chip & circuit board to the 75 one...the rubbers are a different style but function the same way

[Andrew D]

if yo ujust need a new housing and rubbers the 75 works fine...i got one.
Just transfer the blade, chip & circuit board to the 75 one...the rubbers are a different style but function the same way

Is the connection for the blade the same? (as shown in this link Landrover Discovery 2 Key Blade C/W Plastic Clip on eBay (end time 15-Feb-11 13:15:42 GMT) (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Landrover-Discovery-2-Key-Blade-C-W-Plastic-Clip-/230574662240?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item35af522260))

Assuming it is if you can simply pull out and switch blades? If it is then that sounds like the way to go if the fob is worn out.

Regards
Andrew

[foss]

yeah it just pushes straight in

[Andrew D]

Well if that's the case then also look at the mini key. Almost identical but only 2 bucks (at the moment).

MINI COOPER S 1000, LANDROVER, ROVER75ETC UNCUT KEY FOB - eBay (item 280617757365 end time Jan-24-11 14:01:58 PST) (http://cgi.ebay.com/MINI-COOPER-S-1000-LANDROVER-ROVER75ETC-UNCUT-KEY-FOB-/280617757365?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item41561f2ab5#ht_500wt_1156)

Regards
Andrew

[foss]

sweet :)

[RisingSun]

I need to replace the rubbers on one so I thought I might as well try the Rover one.

When I was looking around I found a rover Key that had the same board number as mine.

Land Rover 75 Mini MG 2 Button Remote Key Fob 73370847C (eBay item 390257852283 end time 29-Jan-11 02:56:36 AEDST) : Vehicle Parts Accessories (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=390257852283&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT)

Would be happy to use a rover key if the Disco could read the radio signal and recognise the key.

[RisingSun]

just had a few replies from ebay and it appears that some of the rover keys run at 433 Mhz, the same as some of the later model discos.

Was going to buy some keys and get them sent to a UK address and then get the bulk lot sent over. Hook up with someone with a nanocom and see what happens.

Just didn't want to waste the money if someone has already done this exercise.

[RFollia]

I swapped my key's internals to a new Rover 75 key case. It worked like a treat, but later (it lasted twice as my original LR key) the buttons began to crack again.
I found this, it's based in Australia and ordered the button set for D2, it's fitted in less than 5 minutes, you don't have to worry switching cases, boards an so on and the rubber is much better quality.

One year on and still like new.

There's the link
Polmex (http://www.polmex.com.au/#JaguarModel)

scroll down to land rover D2 buttons.

Best regards
Robert

[FenianEel]

Most of the Rover 75 / Mini keys are the same, and same frequency, but be careful.
Speaking from experience here.

The ones with the flat thicker blade can't be cut to a D2 key, like the first ebay link in this thread.
Some look the same, but don't have a removable key blade.
Some say they are genuine, but are cheap copies.

If buying off ebay - ask if they have the removable key blade.