[Closed] Key code needed for Rucker Performance Gauntlet Chopper with aftermarket alarm

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Where's the key code located on a Rucker Performance Gauntlet Chopper for key programming?

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Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Rucker Performance Gauntlet Chopper key code too.

If this works for my Rucker Performance Gauntlet Chopper, I owe you big time.

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Rucker Performance Gauntlet Chopper—need the code first.

Wish I found this thread before towing my Rucker Performance Gauntlet Chopper.

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