[Free Tool] Dealer wants $200 for Hero Hunk PIN - other options?

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Bob
Member since November 2021 • 48 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Hero Hunk

Posted on October 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1064 posts

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

Posted on October 11, 2024

Replies (6)

Netsurfer
Member • 10 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Hero Hunk as well.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 87 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Hero Hunk's key code.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 136 posts

I’m not alone! My Hero Hunk is doing the same thing.

October 13, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 56 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Hero Hunk.

October 14, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 101 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Hero Hunk?

October 15, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 14 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Hero Hunk.

October 16, 2024 Reply

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