Originally Posted by NYCJAG2006

Dan. How can you program the transponder yourself ?? I thought that requires dealer level software ?

Originally Posted by Tigre

I plan to follow this :

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...q-87749/page2/

Haven't tried it yet .
Notice section "do it yourself approach". But you need two working keys .

Originally Posted by alpha4

Hi, I have just purchased a 2006 Jaguar XK8, but it only has one key. I have read your post, and I am hoping that you can help me. I will try to find the kjey code. Is the VIN helpful in replacing a key?

Thanks and best regards

Anthony Betz
judo3823@hotmail.com

Originally Posted by Sone

I needed a key for my X-Type, and didn't like the unavailability (and the prices which come with rarity). Since I already have a hobby business making dog tags, I took a suggestion and ended up buying a machine, Tibbe adapter and supplies.

"We're" now able to supply Tibbe keys, cut to code, at a price better than any I've seen. They are sent from rural Nevada.

I can also supply stainless steel key and equipment tags (which look suspiciously like military dog tags, including being debossed), 5 lines with 15 characters per line, and a couple of different styles of tag available.

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Tibbe Key Ordering Instructions

Tibbe keys from Tagwagon are precision-cut on an HPC Blitz key machine, directly from the code which you supply. This means that every key is machined to exact factory specifications, without the decades of wear that the original key has taken.

We can usually offer your choice of:

6-cut (X-Type, S-Type):

Standard Transponder Key, NOT programmed ($39.00)

Key WITHOUT Transponder ($25.00)

Original-type Flip Key with key fob, NOT programmed ($110.00)

Replacement Blade (only) for original key fob ($25.00)

8-cut (XK, XJ)
Standard Transponder Key, NOT programmed ($43.00)

Key WITHOUT Transponder ($29.00)

Key without transponder, will operate locks. You can add a transponder later, or reuse your current chip.

Prices include sending keys by mail to any US address. For international addresses or other shipping methods, contact us before ordering for price quote.

Availability is subject to change, depending on supply availability; PM me here for more information (email address pending).

Multiple Orders: If ordering three or more keys in a SINGLE order, take 10% off (mix 'n match key types). If ordering more than 10 keys in a single order, 20% off. Large orders may need to be sent in more than one shipment (depending on our stock on hand).

We try to get all orders in the mail within one week -- however, as these keys are not in common use here in the United States, sometimes we have to wait a few days for our suppliers to get us the stuff we need. Please be patient.


Your order must include:

Make, model and year of vehicle

Number of cuts on key (6 or 8)

Code of key cuts (from bow to tip, see below)

Number of each type of key desired

Your name, mailing address, email address and phone number



There are three easy ways to order.

The first and best way is if you can provide the original key code. This may be on your original documentation as a string of numbers, usually starting with the letter T, one digit per key position, between 1 and 4 (such as T423121 or T32123221). You can also read the codes yourself (see instructions below).

Second best is to send us a known-good key. DO NOT SEND YOUR ONLY KEY!!! These orders have top priority, and we will attempt to get the new key(s) made and in the mail within 2 business days of receipt (NO extra fee for this rush service)! PM or email for the address to send the key, and you MUST email us when the key is sent.

The third way is to email 6 photos: Photos 1 and 2 are pics of the entire key from each side; Photos 3 and 4 are close-ups of just the actual cuts (each side, with the ley laying flat) and Photos 5 and 6 are close-ups of the cuts from each side with the key tilted at a 45-degree angle (showing the cut pattern). As keys wear with use, the better the photos, the more accurate our reading of the codes. If we guess wrong (worn keys can be a challenge to read), send back the goofed key (you pay to send back) and we will try again at no cost (and we pay to mail the new one to you).



READING TIBBE KEYS:

Tibbe key codes are read from the Bow end (that you hold) to the Tip. Each Tibbe key has either 2 or 3 cut angles for each position.

On the early, 8-position Tibbe keys, the cuts are No Cut (Angle #1) Medium (Angle #2) -- roughly halfway between Flat and Full -- and Full (Angle #3), cut nearly all the way to the rib.

On the later, 6-position Tibbe keys, there are 3 cut angles. No Cut (Angle #1), Shallow (Angle #2), Deep (Angle #3) and Full (Angle #4), which is almost to the rib or actually at the rib.

Originally Posted by Crystal Wells

I have called 3 dealerships in in the New Orleans area. Not one codes a 99 xj8.

Originally Posted by Crystal Wells

Could you please be specific as to which key code you feel is correct since they are both from different locksmiths? Thank you.