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[m12cdk]

Is there anyone local to me that can solder my fob or knows somewhere that can. I thought it was just the battery but when i took the key apart it seems like its come away in one place? I had this before with my old omega so im guessing it just needs re-soldering. chris

[TheBoy]

Whether its worth doing depends on the state of the fob.

Easy enough to do - best way to resolder the holder it extend the battery leg (it likely has broken) with a bit of thin, stiff wire, this will help regain some mechanical strength.  If a 3 button facelift, replace all 3 switches at the same time. Switches available at OOF shop (£3 for 3), or Farnell at 67p + VAT each.

If the rubber cover has gone, I'd just buy a new fob from dealer, and get it programmed, as all the Ebay replacement cases are utter shite.

[TheBoy]

We used to have a member who did them for a charge. As he no longer comes on, not sure I can recommend him any more.

[Brikhead]

It's a common issue with older Vx. keys that the battery holder becomes detached from the circuit board, usually you can 'fix' them with a folded piece of card placed between the battery and the keyfob case.

I had to solder a new boot release button into my keyfob recently, it's not hard to do...

[m12cdk]

I had to solder a new boot release button into my keyfob recently, it's not hard to do...


errrrr this is me we are referring to. ive got hands like shovels.lol

[TheBoy]

Indeed, I've done a fair few myself, whilst its not hard, it still needs a steady hand, and a decent iron. If you are not confident, I'd probably recommend getting a friend who can solder to do it

[05omegav6]

Fwiw, Astons in Melton Mowbray, VX dealer, are selling 2 button outer cases for approx £2.50 on Ebay

Have just aquired a couple

[Marks DTM Calib]

Fwiw, Astons in Melton Mowbray, VX dealer, are selling 2 button outer cases for approx £2.50 on Ebay

Have just aquired a couple

Not a recommended supplier them, beware.....the parts department has gone to pot and they often dont send the parcels!

[05omegav6]

Fwiw, Astons in Melton Mowbray, VX dealer, are selling 2 button outer cases for approx £2.50 on Ebay

Have just aquired a couple

Not a recommended supplier them, beware.....the parts department has gone to pot and they often dont send the parcels!

Time will tell 

[TheBoy]

Fwiw, Astons in Melton Mowbray, VX dealer, are selling 2 button outer cases for approx £2.50 on Ebay

Have just aquired a couple

Not a recommended supplier them, beware.....the parts department has gone to pot and they often dont send the parcels!

Has someone left?

[05omegav6]

Fwiw, Astons in Melton Mowbray, VX dealer, are selling 2 button outer cases for approx £2.50 on Ebay

Have just aquired a couple

Not a recommended supplier them, beware.....the parts department has gone to pot and they often dont send the parcels!

Time will tell 

Arrived in the post just the noo 

[steve6367]

Fwiw, Astons in Melton Mowbray, VX dealer, are selling 2 button outer cases for approx £2.50 on Ebay

Have just aquired a couple

Me too and they are perfect - both my fobs look like new :-)

[Marks DTM Calib]

Fwiw, Astons in Melton Mowbray, VX dealer, are selling 2 button outer cases for approx £2.50 on Ebay

Have just aquired a couple

Not a recommended supplier them, beware.....the parts department has gone to pot and they often dont send the parcels!

Has someone left?

Yes, manager retired and the main assistant walked out.....now run by yts aged muppets who have no clue!

[Marks DTM Calib]

Fwiw, Astons in Melton Mowbray, VX dealer, are selling 2 button outer cases for approx £2.50 on Ebay

Have just aquired a couple

Me too and they are perfect - both my fobs look like new :-)

Give them a few months......

[steve6367]

What will happen in a few months?