[Free Fix] Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 1987 Zimmer Golden Spirit?

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Lionheart
Member since January 2023 • 16 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1987 Zimmer Golden Spirit

Posted on December 25, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on December 26, 2024

Replies (4)

Platinumblonde
Member • 44 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 1987 Zimmer Golden Spirit.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 31 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 1987 Zimmer Golden Spirit.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 14 posts

I’m not alone! My 1987 Zimmer Golden Spirit is doing the same thing.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 48 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1987 Zimmer Golden Spirit, hope this helps.

December 29, 2024 Reply

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