[Update] Help! I need the key code for my 1970 Chevrolet El Camino

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Silverfox
Member since July 2023 • 61 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 1970 Chevrolet El Camino to make keys?

Posted on October 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1060 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1970 Chevrolet El Camino. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 31, 2024

Replies (3)

Pixelpusher
Member • 31 posts

Been stuck with my 1970 Chevrolet El Camino for weeks. This might be the fix.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 76 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1970 Chevrolet El Camino!

November 01, 2024 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 69 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1970 Chevrolet El Camino. This might do it.

November 02, 2024 Reply

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