How do I put a regular split ring on the key fob?

[cho frank]

Am I missing something obvious? I’ve pulled the emergency key out and it’s still a closed loop. Putting a split ring on it the classic way seems like it will permanently deform the ring and/or scratch the fob because the loop is so bulky.

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[superj]

It will get scraped when you put it on. But, it will also get scraped in your pocket over time. The split ring will just be the first scrape

 

[surfstar]

Mine came with thin / single pass ring.

Work fine

 

[superj]

I just noticed the silver part is actually metal so it shouldn't get scraped.

 

[OxygenMask]

Every time the dealer service advisor hands me my fob back it has a ring and tag on it....

I don't add these stupid huge fobs to my key ring. I usually put it in a lower pocket and fuggidaboudit....

 

[cho frank]

Every time the dealer service advisor hands me my fob back it has a ring and tag on it....

I don't add these stupid huge fobs to my key ring. I usually put it in a lower pocket and fuggidaboudit....

Thank you for confirming that not using the fob ring eliminates the fob-ring problem.

 

[OxygenMask]

Thank you for confirming that not using the fob ring eliminates the fob-ring problem.

My point I guess is there is no problem. People put rings on these all time. My wife put rings on all hers. Wasn't a problem.

 

[CaptAngry]

Get a higher quality ring and it won't reform. Use a flat head screwdriver sideways to keep it open while you roll it around to help minimize scratching.

My "daily carry" key has nothing else on it other than a silicone cover. No rings, no keychains. I don't carry house keys because all my doors have key-code locks.

My secondary key does have a "remove before flight" style keychain so it doesn't get lost as easy

 

[Shadow Black Ranger Rapto]

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[superj]

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Those are great!

but we never used those in my 22 years as a helicopter mechanic. They are super useful for other things though.

 

[OxygenMask]

Those wire things were included with my fob covers. Never used them though.

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