[It Worked!] Stuck without key code for 1931 Ford Model A

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Ultraviolet
Member since November 2022 • 120 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 1931 Ford Model A - help?

Posted on January 29, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 762 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1931 Ford Model A. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 30, 2025

Replies (5)

Iceberg
Member • 12 posts

Just tried this on my 1931 Ford Model A—anyone else have success?

January 30, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 74 posts

Worked for someone with a 1931 Ford Model A? Need to hear it!

January 31, 2025 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 62 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1931 Ford Model A.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 145 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1931 Ford Model A.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 43 posts

I tried this with my 1931 Ford Model A but still no luck. Any suggestions?

February 03, 2025 Reply

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