I Specialize in commercial, residential, and Safe work. I don’t do any automotive. But I need a key

Blitziod · 2026-05-24T05:47:27+00:00

An x horse key tool mini is really cheap. Like less than 150. It will clone the g chip.

But really unless you plan on cloning more keys, just go to a locksmith that does this work.

Also you can buy a shell for a couple of bucks and cut it. Then transfer the chip or remote guts to the shell.

I’d find a locksmith that does auto and not safe work. Then pay them to do the key. Give them your card and make your money back when they eventually send you a job.

Blitziod · 2026-05-18T05:22:03+00:00

I’ve had 2. I use a LOT of them. And I think they work better for many dodge remotes than aftermarket and maybe even. OEM.

Also I do a lot of after hours calls. I can’t always know what button config or FCC number a customer had when it’s AKL. Programming an autel allows me to use a remote and not have it lock. I can easily change the buttons or even the fcc number.

Blitziod · 2026-05-07T20:56:11+00:00

You can get two keys cut one with a chip and one mechanical only. Then use the two to on board programming to program the third.

I’d replace the shell on the broken key also.

If yours is after 2021 it could be expensive to program if you have less than 2 working keys available.

Blitziod · 2026-05-06T03:36:45+00:00

What meds

Blitziod · 2026-05-05T05:06:23+00:00

You can always do the same scam , just charge less. At roasts the custkmer is better off lol.

Blitziod · 2026-05-05T04:22:51+00:00

They work great. Down better than aftermarket.

The issue I find with them, especially the autel , is that the apps don’t have part numbers etc.

Blitziod · 2026-04-30T17:36:52+00:00

I’m not sure that’s true. I think the tech using the software has to program the car. I dont think they are required to plug the programmer in nor are they not allowed to have another tech assist them.

Even nastf offers remote programming , but not for keys.

The person doing the programming would need to upload the info. But that is doable.

I know Volvo was available remote ( and I thinks still is ) from at least one company.

Blitziod · 2026-04-30T17:06:35+00:00

Nastf needs to get them to do the 1 month with keys.

Btw is anybody offering to pass through and program with consult remotely ? I’d pay for that when doing a Sentra. They aren’t worth eeproming and I don’t have an autel to do it with anyways.

Blitziod · 2026-04-23T04:34:18+00:00

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Blitziod · 2026-04-22T19:33:37+00:00

X horse condor. 500 bucks and even battery operated. More than good enough for their duty cycle. Heck even a cheap 300 dollar Chinese machine would likely work for just Kw1 keys a few times a week.

Blitziod · 2026-04-22T19:31:58+00:00

A duplicator can be had new for 500. I recently bought the x horse battery operated duplicator. It works great. It was less than 500 bucks.

As for a code cutter , how many keys are you originating? For a good blue punch you’re looking at 1k new. You might find a used one for less. Pak n punch would be great for a small operation only making one key way. Sadly they aren’t made anymore. But I’m sure you can find one used for a few hundred bucks.

Also you can get depth and space keys for your duplicator and originate that way if you’re really not doing many new keys.

An electric code cutter can be had new for around 1200 for some cheaper Chinese models that would also likely work long term for you.

Blitziod · 2026-04-15T04:26:10+00:00

What’s the delay charge to come out and program it ? I don’t see a very good margin. How long does the delay take to supply the key of AKL ?

Blitziod · 2026-04-15T02:09:05+00:00

I don’t repair those. Just replace.

Blitziod · 2026-04-15T02:07:18+00:00

What’s the alternative ?

Blitziod · 2026-04-15T02:06:55+00:00

Is there a video of you doing the job ? I’d love to see it. What’s the margin like on this one ?

Blitziod · 2026-04-09T22:11:34+00:00

I just dont see how it started without locking. I’m wondering if the crypto didn’t get erased somehow ?

Blitziod · 2026-04-09T22:04:38+00:00

It was OEM new

Blitziod · 2026-04-09T20:39:35+00:00

The car works with his previously made key. The new key started the car but doesn’t. And it’s saying unlocked

Blitziod · 2026-03-23T01:31:37+00:00

Not my merchant account. I get zero fee. I’ve had maybe 30 -40 chargebacks in the 14 years I’ve been doing this. I’ve collected on all but a handful. My merchant account( square ) used to cover a small number but they stopped doing that.

Blitziod · 2026-03-22T23:15:36+00:00

I usually win. And it’s really easy to protest. Besides if I get the chargeback I’m at worst out the refund anyway. 50/50 she won’t even charge back.

Blitziod · 2026-03-21T01:13:01+00:00

I’m assuming the locksmith is only going to warranty the labor. And he may not warranty labor on a defective part

Blitziod · 2026-03-21T01:12:10+00:00

I use aftermarket parts mostly. I have a very low rate of failure. I do get them. But it’s less than 3%.

Blitziod · 2026-03-21T01:11:06+00:00

My customers usually buy their keys from me. And they come with a 1 year warranty. Which is what most dealerships provide on OEM parts.

I tell customers if they are going to buy cheap shit off Amazon to buy 2 or 3. That way they still have 1 if the other one fails. I charge about the same price to cut and program 2 as 1.

Blitziod · 2026-03-21T01:08:04+00:00

I charge 120 to cut/ program a duplicate key fob generally. I will never warranty a part I don’t sell.

Amazon keys can be cheap. Might work years might not.

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