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.

 

[natkill]

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

I have the same setup as your lower key, case and all. Those cable rings are so handy, and with the case I don't worry about my fob getting scratched or dropping it and the fob breaking apart (something that happened to my old fob a couple times).

 

[OxygenMask]

I have the same setup as your lower key, case and all. Those cable rings are so handy, and with the case I don't worry about my fob getting scratched or dropping it and the fob breaking apart (something that happened to my old fob a couple times).

I don't use the wire, I just put it on for that photo.
I learned about the vinyl covers on here.
I didn't install the back half of the clear cover. Too bulky. Plus I didn't get them to protect the fob, I got them to help prevent negligent discharge..err..accidently locking/unlocking/panic alarm. Happened easily with fob in pocket. Hasn't happened since installing the covers.

 

[natkill]

I don't use the wire, I just put it on for that photo.
I learned about the vinyl covers on here.
I didn't install the back half of the clear cover. Too bulky. Plus I didn't get them to protect the fob, I got them to help prevent negligent discharge..err..accidently locking/unlocking/panic alarm. Happened easily with fob in pocket. Hasn't happened since installing the covers.

Gotcha. Maybe I'm old school but I still carry my fob with a house key and I have a cash can where I keep $70 in case I'm ever in a pinch. However, I just realized OP might like the keyring I do use for the non-fob things. It's the Exotac FREEKey system. Super handy, I've had it for probably close to 10 years now. It's possible to get the fob on one of the small rings, but since I put the case on my fob, I just haven't fought with it to see if it would still fit. I just use the cable ring.

The main Exotac ring is nifty because it has a spot where you squeeze it and it lifts the opening of the ring so you can easily get things on/off.

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