question from a newbie

[ckamp]

Hi I just signed up to this site hoping to find some help with a problem Im having. First and foremost Id like to say its a really cool site though Im not an expert in this domain and Im kind of lost. I know I should be posting this in the automotive section but I dont have the privilege to access it, so if this isnt allowed then I guess the mods could go ahead and delete it, if not... here's my q.

Some ****** as revenge put like a toothpick or a piece of a key in my car lock, so now I cant even get my key half way in. I was thinking of using a magnet but I realized keys arent attracted by magnets. Im guessing removing a toothpick and removing a piece of a key are two totally different things... but is there something I could attempt to try and remove this projectile? Or is it hopeless? Should I call a locksmith (which is something I dread doing, hence me posting on a forum looking for some hands on advice).

In any case, Id appreciate some of your input. Thanks,

Chris

[pip]

bad noobie, bad

[pizarro]

If you lock into the lock, can you see the item blocking it. If so, how much room have your got to play with/in.

Also, have you tryed getting it out, if so what have you tried and how did it go?

I do know you can buy broken key extractors, but i have never used them or seen them up close, so I can't give you any advice regarding them.



Sorry I can't be of any real help.
The more information you supply, the more likely someone can.

[horsefeathers]

Why do you dread calling a locksmith - most of the people on here are locksmiths, or people with a keen interest in locksmithing.

You want help yet offend the very people you seek help from!!!

wayne

[pizarro]

The reason why he dreads calling a locksmith might be a pure cost factor. MONEY. If it is, get the lockie to give you an estimate about how much it will cost before he/she (or it ) comes out.

Lockies are generally nice people.







(Please don't hurt me anymore, I did say you were nice....... )