[Archived] Quickest way to get key code for 1948 American LaFrance

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Silversurf
Member since March 2022 • 108 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 1948 American LaFrance?

Posted on January 26, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1441 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1948 American LaFrance. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 27, 2025

Replies (4)

Frostydog
Member • 68 posts

My 1948 American LaFrance is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 91 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 1948 American LaFrance's mystery code.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 123 posts

Trying this out on my 1948 American LaFrance today—hoping it works.

January 29, 2025 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 36 posts

Does this method work for the 1948 American LaFrance models from 2010 onward?

January 30, 2025 Reply

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