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  • @Samcrac
    @Samcrac Жыл бұрын

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  • @fluffstar_

    @fluffstar_

    Жыл бұрын

    Is there a calibration facility on the Chinese key cutter? Run that, the probe and reamer may be out of line. Or the reamer is wrong diameter or extremely worn. Also tighten up all bolts, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to check. You could always rerun the program on the same key, to see if it cuts more on the second pass. Good luck 🤞

  • @CCW1911

    @CCW1911

    Жыл бұрын

    3D printing keys works and probably cheaper.

  • @dirty2jz283

    @dirty2jz283

    Жыл бұрын

    Recalibrate the machine, should come with an aluminum piece that fits in the jaw in order to perform calibration. Sometimes the probe could be bent as well so everything will be out of wack.

  • @jamethylachlan

    @jamethylachlan

    Жыл бұрын

    What happened to Sage?

  • @randomchannel9331

    @randomchannel9331

    Жыл бұрын

    @@CCW1911 You will end up with a lot of broken keys, not to mention how would that work for chipped keys?

  • @brettfarrar7259
    @brettfarrar7259 Жыл бұрын

    The probe and cutting bit need to be calibrated. Poke around in the settings menu and see if there is an option to calibrate or zero the probe to the bit. An adjustment might be in one of the holders of the probe or the cutting bit.

  • @stampedetrail2003

    @stampedetrail2003

    Жыл бұрын

    Maybe replace the bit, oh you already said that.

  • @nickkip459

    @nickkip459

    Жыл бұрын

    Also make sure the cutting bit and the reading bit are the right diameter to what the tablet thinks it should be

  • @kkrobertson1

    @kkrobertson1

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank Brett Farrar, I was about to suggest the same-thing. I believe you need to do a re-cal every-time you change keys.

  • @Mr74datsun260z

    @Mr74datsun260z

    Жыл бұрын

    Also make sure the cutting tool is the correct diameter.

  • @kwinterburn

    @kwinterburn

    Жыл бұрын

    spot on

  • @doingyamom
    @doingyamom Жыл бұрын

    I love how Sam had a lockpickinglawyer moment

  • @PoisonStore

    @PoisonStore

    Жыл бұрын

    You beat me to it.

  • @ILoveMyBikes

    @ILoveMyBikes

    Жыл бұрын

    Even saying things like a little click out of 5 haha

  • @Abdullah.h

    @Abdullah.h

    Жыл бұрын

    Nothing on one …

  • @DanHillman

    @DanHillman

    Жыл бұрын

    Everyone was waiting for it!

  • @benje302

    @benje302

    Жыл бұрын

    And he did it 4 times to prove it was not a fluke he failed. 🤣🤣🤣

  • @esqueue
    @esqueue Жыл бұрын

    I am posting this about halfway through the video. It seems that the machine needs to be calibrated. The fact that all of the keys are off by the same amount tells me this. What's great is that due to the way they were cut, you can reuse almost all of the badly cut keys. All except the one which the cut is in the center of the key. Pay attention to the binning and notice that it cuts them according to how it how they are displayed. I'm pretty sure that it is an extremely easy fix.

  • @ericsteele7104

    @ericsteele7104

    Жыл бұрын

    I think it needs calibrated also and I wonder if there’s a hardware update download for it like my xhorse machine has.

  • @SATX_09

    @SATX_09

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah I was thinking that also especially when he showed the way it cut them... I'm not an expert or anything I just tinker with stuff.

  • @Gary7even
    @Gary7even Жыл бұрын

    It only scans one side of the key because both sides on that style key are identical. That's why you can insert the key into the lock either way and it will work.

  • @LegitStreetCars
    @LegitStreetCars Жыл бұрын

    Dude I need like 10 keys made. Might be cheaper for me to fly you in to Chicago, put you in an $8 a night motel on the Southside and have you make me keys for a day. Let me know how that sounds.

  • @MrHamad002

    @MrHamad002

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s a good deal if you ask me

  • @madskills221

    @madskills221

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s an 8 dollars an hour hotel right

  • @swift5302

    @swift5302

    Жыл бұрын

    Like 100 dollers to cut a Lexus key had it done for my Lexus gs300

  • @joec3897

    @joec3897

    Жыл бұрын

    You need to find a good local locksmith Alex. Most good locksmiths will cut and program your key for under $100 if you can take the car to them.

  • @grahamcampbell9261

    @grahamcampbell9261

    Жыл бұрын

    @@joec3897 It was a joke - Alex pranking Sam

  • @madskills221
    @madskills221 Жыл бұрын

    As a manufacturing maintenance manager and former technician. You probably need to baseline the equipment because it is out of calibration. You do that by writing down the distance it should cut to and the actual cut and then input the reference offset into the reference screen…..older machines not ran by servo or stepper drives have mechanical offset usually a set screw or shoulder bolt on the home reference sensor.

  • @zollotech
    @zollotech Жыл бұрын

    The Lock Picking Lawyer revealing his identity finally…😏

  • @AlexMunoz-xr4zu

    @AlexMunoz-xr4zu

    Жыл бұрын

    Fr same exact sayings as him

  • @mikefightmaster

    @mikefightmaster

    Жыл бұрын

    It was a Fluke.

  • @Seaside33

    @Seaside33

    Жыл бұрын

    How is the lock pick tool spelt Sam ? Ace video btw as always

  • @nicholasvinen

    @nicholasvinen

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Seaside33 lishi

  • @mikefightmaster

    @mikefightmaster

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Seaside33 Look up Covert Companion. That's LPL's store.

  • @fitodaking16
    @fitodaking16 Жыл бұрын

    #1 make sure that the machine is calibrated. #2 make sure that the cuts the machine is displaying on the screen match your key before cutting. None of the cuts were correct. #3 make sure you are on wifi and also check if the machine needs an app to update.

  • @benjaminsmith9943

    @benjaminsmith9943

    Жыл бұрын

    Came here to say this: calibration!!

  • @cyberhikerdd

    @cyberhikerdd

    Жыл бұрын

    For sure calibration, on that last key it looked like it detected the cuts in the original based on the display but didn't cut the blank accurately.

  • @fitodaking16

    @fitodaking16

    Жыл бұрын

    @@cyberhikerdd I own the Dolphin XP-005L. My machine updates from time to time and the app itself it's constantly updating. I can tell his key-cutting machine ain't calibrated correctly. Even thou it looks like the machine is decoding the key as it should it's not. It has way too many 0's. He should have compared the key to the decoded key display on the screen. He could have saved all that trouble and hassle. I guess he did it for the video. I would have used blank keys instead of proximity/transponder keys. Honestly, since all he needs is to duplicate keys, I would have gone with the dolphin XP-007. The same price as the machine in the video plus doesn't need to be plugged in. Easy to use

  • @joshblyther5959
    @joshblyther5959 Жыл бұрын

    In my experience when a CNC is acting like that it’s because the 0 point is not set properly. See if you can recalibrate the coordinate system for the cutter. Also like other ppl said- get a new bit. Smaller bit size than what it is calibrated for would cause that issue too

  • @Nauaudis4

    @Nauaudis4

    Жыл бұрын

    Was thinking the exact same thing. Seems to be cutting way less material than it should be. Either it has the wrong bit in place (or wrong bit programmed, or the bit is bad) or there is a way to program your zero. I also wonder if key width is universal? If not, I wonder if key width can be programmed in some way?

  • @brealdeal3658

    @brealdeal3658

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes I agree, could be the Home position is not correct.

  • @hotboy197988

    @hotboy197988

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree 👍 💯 recalibrate I was thinking the same thing. By seeing how it automatically finds points. Then comes back to cut first thought was this is a mini CNC and needs calibration.

  • @Kevin-xi6ts

    @Kevin-xi6ts

    11 ай бұрын

    I thought of that first

  • @wags9777
    @wags9777 Жыл бұрын

    Make sure the endmill (cutter) is new and the right size. Your cutting steel without coolant. There will be wear rather quick on the cutter.

  • @Pugjamin

    @Pugjamin

    Жыл бұрын

    Keys aren’t generally made of steel. Normally brass, hence the gold colour to the chips and cut surface.

  • @joec3897

    @joec3897

    Жыл бұрын

    The keys are brass so the bits don’t wear out very fast. The machine either needs to be calibrated, may have a bent feeler tip, or may just be broken.

  • @bryanhough

    @bryanhough

    Жыл бұрын

    My first thought as well. Probably a worn out cutter.

  • @russellhltn1396

    @russellhltn1396

    Жыл бұрын

    @@joec3897 Since it doesn't work from the numbers (last segment) and it detects numbers but fails to cut them, I was going to go for a calibration issue. But I can see how a warn cutter would cause the calibration to shift over time. Either way, I think it's worth more poking around rather than giving up on it. I'd first check to see if there's a calibration mode.

  • @Beer_Dad1975

    @Beer_Dad1975

    Жыл бұрын

    I think the machine just needs servicing, something on it is worn out or incorrectly calibrated. Probably really hard to find someone who knows how to service them though.

  • @The.Jason.Henderson
    @The.Jason.Henderson Жыл бұрын

    Professional automotive locksmith here: Calibrate the key machine.🙈😂 The escalade did NOT require that programmer, if there is 1 set...turn door key 6 times, screen will pop up "ready for key #.." (Discontinued 2016+) Picking the lock is one thing...originating a NEW key to work properly is another.

  • @jamiethomas4079
    @jamiethomas4079 Жыл бұрын

    Protip: if you buy a replacement key with a keypad and the plastic has a rough textured feel to it, take it apart and wet sand the plastic with a high grit sand paper like 2000. Makes a huge difference to how it feels. I’ve also bought cheap keyless entry kits before that have cheap plastic feeling remotes. I smooth them then add some weight inside. A nickle or some other coin works really well.

  • @Revengetoyourliver

    @Revengetoyourliver

    Жыл бұрын

    I was just about to type the same exact thing that is so odd

  • @clifbradley
    @clifbradley Жыл бұрын

    Sam does his Lockpicking Lawyer impression flawlessly

  • @ocker2000
    @ocker2000 Жыл бұрын

    I like this direction towards the DIYers. This was a very informative video. There only so many broken cars you can fix on KZread to be original. Your style will always be special tough.

  • @jameslederer6465
    @jameslederer6465 Жыл бұрын

    9:31, you need to be using that "calibrate" button, or something like it, on the left side of the tablet screen. You have an offset issue on the cutting tool. The machine is behaving as if it thinks the cutting tool is larger than it actually is physically. Somewhere there should be an option to set the cutting tool diameter. Set the tool diameter smaller by 1/2 the amount that the key is oversize. Alternatively it could be an issue where the machine thinks the measuring probe is larger than it actually is. It's quite possible the probe and the cutter are supposed to be the same diameter, but you can see that your probe is smaller than the cutting tool. Perhaps someone replaced the probe or cutter with one of a different size, or the probe diameter is set incorrectly in the machine settings. Hopefully it's possible to change them., Or with marginal Chinese manufacturing, they simply supplied it with the wrong size tool or probe. If it's any of the above issues, it's a very easy fix once you find the way to adjust the setting.

  • @jonnydo3160
    @jonnydo3160 Жыл бұрын

    I finally stole my first car today, this video really gave me that confidence. Thanks Sam, keep up the good work

  • @johnrazor8720

    @johnrazor8720

    Жыл бұрын

    Bring my damn car back!😊

  • @Gijz74

    @Gijz74

    Жыл бұрын

    Yep. This was a nice Stealing Cars tutorial video. And exactly how cars in our neighborhood got stolen.

  • @unclemarksdiyauto
    @unclemarksdiyauto Жыл бұрын

    I am not familiar with that machine, but I have cut many keys manually and this machine is not even cutting them close. I like the idea of buying a newer cutter like this that will do newer models. Now you know what to ask for you next purchase. (Must do whatever newer vehicles you might own) Sam, I am shocked you gave up on cutting your own. It must be doable! We always learn from you not being scared to try something new.

  • @daveh2612
    @daveh2612 Жыл бұрын

    Sam is the Lock Picking Lawyer! 😮 Face reveal!

  • @stevenmorse7301
    @stevenmorse7301 Жыл бұрын

    Lock picking lawyer does a great job explaining how to use tools like this, sells them, and shows how locks with so called secure ratings are not so great. It's a great resource of knowledge.

  • @rhiantaylor3446
    @rhiantaylor3446 Жыл бұрын

    Looking forward to part 2 when you try the machine again after re-calibrating. It is significant that the same problem arose when cutting from settings rather than a master - must be the mill that is set too far from any blank.

  • @s99614
    @s99614 Жыл бұрын

    You should have brought a key blank for whatever vehicle you drove to pick up key machine with and had the seller demo the key cutter and try the newly cut key right there before purchasing.

  • @KittenMcSnugglet
    @KittenMcSnugglet9 ай бұрын

    Great stuff! I like these kinds of videos in your line up! You always do an excellent and comprehensive job with relaying usable information through these. Thanks!

  • @philscott7949
    @philscott7949 Жыл бұрын

    When I cut keys (in a hardware store), it was very important to run them back and forth on the wire wheel. Not only for removing burs, but also for rounding the edges to make them the same as the originals.

  • @ssenssel
    @ssenssel Жыл бұрын

    Sam is the chicken farmer version of The Lock Picking Lawyer.

  • @FVPS904

    @FVPS904

    Жыл бұрын

    LPL already sent a cease and desist

  • @tiborklein5349

    @tiborklein5349

    Жыл бұрын

    So... A Cock Picking Lawyer?

  • @ssenssel

    @ssenssel

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tiborklein5349 Badumtiss 😉

  • @brucekimbrell1258
    @brucekimbrell1258 Жыл бұрын

    I would think the cutting die is worn and needs replaced. But that was a informative video..thanks Sam

  • @eoneon667
    @eoneon667 Жыл бұрын

    There may be problem with the material of the blanks. I bought this sort of blank for VW GOLF from 2002, I went to the guy that cuts the keys he said that he cant use my blank because it is made of cheaper, harder material and that it wouldnt cut it well enough. He replicated the key on to the blank that he has and everything works perfectly. He had very similar machine as this one in the video.

  • @badbatch974
    @badbatch974 Жыл бұрын

    As many have pointed out already the machine needs calibration done first before you cut. I have used similar machines before and they come with a blank specifically for calibration. Also it does look like on the Ram key at least like the cuts are in the right spots just not deep enough. This could be caused by the pit end mill not being the right size or type. Also most keys are identical on both sides so it only needs to measure one side and just cut it the same on both.

  • @Hacker4life
    @Hacker4life Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely love this type of video. Please do more. 👍

  • @pextor
    @pextor Жыл бұрын

    I bought an older completely manual key cutting machine off marketplace for like $50 and have used it to cut keys for my cars successfully. I love the idea of that computer controlled machine but it definitely needs some work to be useful.

  • @arkautosales6111
    @arkautosales6111 Жыл бұрын

    Bless you Sam. We are so thankful here for you at Ark Autosales and all the wonderful information you provide. You continue to grow our thirst for knowledge. Have a happy thanksgiving and keep doing what you are doing!

  • @jtmcfarland3512
    @jtmcfarland3512 Жыл бұрын

    You gotta adjust the cutting axis depth or use a larger bit. Looks like it’s a setup issue, not an electronics problem.

  • @KlockworXMusic
    @KlockworXMusic Жыл бұрын

    The best key cutters are the manual ones. I have a pantograph one that has a little mill like yours on a sprung arm that holds it up, so you just pull gently down on it and follow around the original around with a feeler, and the mill follows exactly the same path. You can do those key blades with it as well as long as you set it up with the end mill set to the same depth as the feeler. Only thing to consider is that if the feeler and end mill are exactly the same size, duplicating an old key will duplicate the wear as well.

  • @Pugjamin

    @Pugjamin

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s not going to be able to cut a new blade from a decoded lock though.

  • @KlockworXMusic

    @KlockworXMusic

    Жыл бұрын

    @Ben Gray No but neither does his if you watch the video to the end! 😂 There are other ways to cut keys from decoded cylinders. Point is if someone wants a key cutting machine, manual ones are better then CNC ones, unless you're paying big money.

  • @TravelnGeek
    @TravelnGeek Жыл бұрын

    i think your best bet is the manual key cutting machine. they will just take the codes or do a copy if you have the original. You will find the original keys get very warn and the ignition also gets warn with the key. Sometimes attempting to make a new key with the original code will not work due to the wear.

  • @2blkSSs
    @2blkSSs Жыл бұрын

    This is some throw back samcrac content right here! This was an amazing video. One of the reasons I originally subscribed.

  • @macbitz
    @macbitz Жыл бұрын

    Great stuff. Anything that helps car owners save time and avoid huge costs has got to be good.

  • @brettfarrar7259
    @brettfarrar7259 Жыл бұрын

    Jack Meyers has a video talking about the calibration setup of the key cutter. November of 2017. Probe tips need to be installed in the probe and cutter position then run the calibration. Probable best to watch his video.

  • @testaccountusa4828
    @testaccountusa4828 Жыл бұрын

    Sam, thank you so much for this. I am definetly going to invest in tools like these.

  • @marksantos2276
    @marksantos2276 Жыл бұрын

    That was an awesome video and no sugarcoating the failed key cutter. Thanks Sam

  • @radiodave1
    @radiodave1 Жыл бұрын

    Sam... great video. I'm one who DOES appreciate vids like this. Keep 'em coming.

  • @SRMWorkshop
    @SRMWorkshop Жыл бұрын

    That programmer is really tempting, I have 2 keys that need to be made and most of the other ones I've seen require a subscription.

  • @edoodles007
    @edoodles007 Жыл бұрын

    I would check if the cutters diameter in your machine is the same as the actual cutter diameter. From past experiences setting up / operating a CNC, If CNC thinks the cutter is bigger than actual, less material will be removed. If cnc thinks cutter is thinner, more material would be removed. A couple of the keys have very little material removed. Hope this helps.

  • @vivid996
    @vivid996 Жыл бұрын

    Definitely do more videos like this. Really fun, helpful and educational

  • @eopian
    @eopian Жыл бұрын

    I like the new direction of the channel! How to make keys, making your Ferrari a manual, fixing the r8 frame (ok, this one is older), the Escalade project, etc. Not just cool cars, but a unique twist not seen anywhere else.

  • @lambition
    @lambition Жыл бұрын

    Hardware stores here (home depot and lowe's) will not cut blanks not purchased from them and my local lock smith charged $20 per key to cut and programming was extra $200. Your machine probably need a calibration.

  • @kenabi
    @kenabi Жыл бұрын

    yup, +1 for the get new bit and check your zero calibration for that cutter. its wayyyy off. there's a like, $15 calibration block of a piece of aluminum thats a specific size, and you run some mode in the tablet and it should in theory fix it. kukai-cblock-part the machine is the kukai sec-e9 (in theory). with that and a new cutter, it should be squared away. bonus points if you already have the block and didn't realize it.

  • @Mike-gz4xz
    @Mike-gz4xz Жыл бұрын

    If ever i get a key problem ,this video is really educational ,will save me cash , brilliant video ,thanks Sam .

  • @tompattikoenig9333
    @tompattikoenig9333Ай бұрын

    Hey Sam, Thanks again for clear explanation, valuable knowledge, and empowering us!

  • @boeingav8tr525
    @boeingav8tr525 Жыл бұрын

    machine needs calibration -- I'll give you $200 for it

  • @tevarisburton7614

    @tevarisburton7614

    13 күн бұрын

    😂

  • @Eagle11401
    @Eagle11401 Жыл бұрын

    This was a great video Sam. Ive spent $1200 getting a key replaced for a 2016 LR4 after being told only the dealer could program the fob without a key. May have to look into this if it happens again. Hard to stomach that cost for what is obviously 20min worth of work.

  • @lsimson

    @lsimson

    Жыл бұрын

    unfortunetly an all keys lost on a Range Rover is eemprom. (gotta pull a module, solder onto it etc, Advanced Key makiing) if it was only an add key usually it can be done. but anthing newer tends to be eemprom only especially most luxary and euro vehicles.

  • @burville100
    @burville100 Жыл бұрын

    Apart from what's been mentioned by other replies I would add . use the right diameter cutter for specific applications. Also a sharp /new cutter would improve things a lot. Great and informative video Sam😊

  • @josephnasiri
    @josephnasiri Жыл бұрын

    Dude, I learn so much from you, you just can’t make a bad video.

  • @kentmckean6795
    @kentmckean6795 Жыл бұрын

    Don't give up on the Chinese key cutter, it just needs to be calibrated. And maybe a new cutter bit.

  • @doctorbills790
    @doctorbills790 Жыл бұрын

    I have an automated machine and they all need to be calibrated... specially after an end-mill change (which it looks like yours had had). You might quiz the manufacturer on how to do the calibration after a mill change.

  • @glennmcgee1729
    @glennmcgee1729 Жыл бұрын

    Good topic, keep these coming. My neighbor had to junk his old Toyota due to lock and immobilizer issues.

  • @davidallen5783
    @davidallen5783 Жыл бұрын

    Loved this video. Thank you Samcrac

  • @shawnmartin9334
    @shawnmartin9334 Жыл бұрын

    Please do more videos like this, very helpful. I had to pay $800 to have my Lexus key fobs made and it is highway robbery. Anything we can do to break the strangle hold the dealers have on us fixing cars, the better.

  • @EricOsterberg

    @EricOsterberg

    Жыл бұрын

    Find a local locksmith.

  • @PrincessTS01
    @PrincessTS01 Жыл бұрын

    i wonder if the lockpicking lawyer has a fancy machine like this? i bet he would love it as a xmas gift.

  • @ko9446

    @ko9446

    Жыл бұрын

    He doesn’t need keys

  • @Guillotines_For_Globalists

    @Guillotines_For_Globalists

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ko9446 One of his latest videos, he used the key to open the lock and made a video about it. What a douche.

  • @TIMMEH19991

    @TIMMEH19991

    Жыл бұрын

    He does have a key cutting machine, its been in a few of his vids, but I think its a traditional one where the cutter mechanically follows the key that's being copied.

  • @thomasdupras5773

    @thomasdupras5773

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TIMMEH19991 He does have a manual machine but it can use templates so he can cut by code. It's just cutting manually though, lpl can handle that with ease, lol

  • @j.a.r.family2576

    @j.a.r.family2576

    Жыл бұрын

    He sells them and I think makes them

  • @karlinkonig
    @karlinkonig Жыл бұрын

    Lost my second keyfob for an AUDI TT last week, here in brazil I got quote almost 1.5k for a replacement fob, ordered it from europe directly (from another dealer) for $500, still its a month+ wait. Great video.

  • @drivecam101
    @drivecam101 Жыл бұрын

    I simply manually cut a key for my Ford with a file. I edged up on every cut until the key worked. The trial and error process took awhile though but for one key wasn't too bad. More confidence in the method would make it faster but I didn't want to remove any more material than required to make it work.

  • @asaddddddddd
    @asaddddddddd Жыл бұрын

    I would think that the diameter of the endmill is set wrong in the machine or something.

  • @PatricksDIY
    @PatricksDIY Жыл бұрын

    Yeah with the machine I have, I just "decode" the key myself, each key "code" is just the depth of cut in each position, you can actually get an "analog" key decoder and just manually input the cut numbers yourself :) EDIT: well looks like you did do that near the end of the video lol.

  • @pahanorlando
    @pahanorlando Жыл бұрын

    That’s a good video. Keep going with special tools videos Sam

  • @nicklldoit
    @nicklldoit Жыл бұрын

    This was actually a good video, it will help others understand the process for sure. You cutter needs to get calibrated for sure.

  • @constructdestruct360
    @constructdestruct360 Жыл бұрын

    Any T-SHIRT company, please sponsor Samcrac. His PUMA and COBRA t-shirts are growing old on this channel.

  • @lewisland3695
    @lewisland3695 Жыл бұрын

    I wonder if the key cutter has options for the diameter of the cutting bit, or a calibration. I looks like it simply is off a tick or so, like if the software thought it had a 4mm cutter in it and it actually had a 3mm cutter, it would cut too shallow, which it looked like it was doing.

  • @kellykelly5896
    @kellykelly5896 Жыл бұрын

    Very interesting and informative Sam, I liked it.

  • @ericwilliams8038
    @ericwilliams8038 Жыл бұрын

    Very good video. I do like these ones about useful diy tools so yeah, please mix these in with your regular videos.

  • @YOUNGNGRATEFUL
    @YOUNGNGRATEFUL Жыл бұрын

    Cool. Now finish other projects first. 😂

  • @shroombles

    @shroombles

    Жыл бұрын

    i mean this was a great video but sure

  • @ernestmeiehofer
    @ernestmeiehofer Жыл бұрын

    If anyone can find a way to make things cheaper that is the Sam”s way.

  • @thunderroad7289
    @thunderroad7289 Жыл бұрын

    Good info Sam. Just ordered one of those TopDon key fob programmers. That’s going to come in handy I buy a lot of vehicles auction places with no keys. That’s going to save me a ton of money

  • @LifeOWrylee
    @LifeOWrylee9 ай бұрын

    Sam - Love your channel. I can see myself going down the same rabbit holes you do, with similar rationalizations. Ha! Great content. Thanks!

  • @Astrand1
    @Astrand1 Жыл бұрын

    He sounds just like the lock picking lawyer. Lol. “Little click on one” 😂 and of course that’s where he bought it.

  • @ibkg
    @ibkg Жыл бұрын

    its great info when you show these cool tools it is very appreciated thanks

  • @grscum
    @grscum Жыл бұрын

    Great info! Have an old Jeep that I need to sort out some keying issues and trying to figure out the best approach that doesn't cost a fortune.

  • @YOEL_44
    @YOEL_44 Жыл бұрын

    I don't quite understand why you need this very expensive automatic key cutter, where I dupe my keys they use a manual tool that you just have to slide over your key while the new one gets cutted on the other end. BTW, we don't really need the key code for your Rover, you just gave us high quality pictures of the keyblades of all of your cars, we can even 3D print them...

  • @Pugjamin

    @Pugjamin

    Жыл бұрын

    This tool is designed primarily for cutting from a decoded lock, not for duplicating. You can’t do that with normal key cutting machines.

  • @YOEL_44

    @YOEL_44

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Pugjamin 3D print a decoded keyblade and duplicate to a real one, for how much 3D printers cost now, you still save quite a buck.

  • @joec3897

    @joec3897

    Жыл бұрын

    The reason to use a code machine like this is to go back to factory cuts. Keys are brass and wear over time, when you use a manual duplicator you are starting the key with cuts that are already degraded from what they should be. This reduces the longevity of the key and also keeps the brand new key from working as well as it could in some cases.

  • @YOEL_44

    @YOEL_44

    Жыл бұрын

    @@joec3897 Hmm... yeah I could see that.

  • @Moonsauc3
    @Moonsauc3 Жыл бұрын

    Home depot cut a ford focus key for me for free. Couldn't charge me because I didn't purchase the key blank from them.

  • @bobanmilz6512

    @bobanmilz6512

    Жыл бұрын

    Same for me, happened today. I felt bad and bought the guy some pop. 2 keys

  • @Moonsauc3

    @Moonsauc3

    Жыл бұрын

    @@bobanmilz6512 I have had them turn me down once, but it was because of the material the key blank was made of. Brass is okay.

  • @bobanmilz6512

    @bobanmilz6512

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Moonsauc3 Ace turned me down because I didn’t but the keys from them..

  • @Moonsauc3

    @Moonsauc3

    Жыл бұрын

    @@bobanmilz6512 so.. Ace isn't the place OR the helpful hardware store.

  • @radicalridesmx656
    @radicalridesmx656 Жыл бұрын

    this is a very helpful video because its a nightmare to get cars from the auction with out a key and have problems to move the car outside the auction yard, i had f up tires on cars that the steering wheel its locked and you have to tow the vehicle or that you already have it on a tow bar and then you find out that the key its missing so it does help to know there is an alternative to this problem that doesent involve the steelership

  • @lyfandeth
    @lyfandeth Жыл бұрын

    They key programmers...glad you found one that works. Locksmiths either send you to the dealer, or charge more to program them.

  • @Ollie2846
    @Ollie2846 Жыл бұрын

    I bet it's the cutting tool is worn. Thanks for the great video. I love the variety of the content on your channel.

  • @russpatch9718
    @russpatch9718 Жыл бұрын

    I really liked this vid !! Why do we have too get ripped off so blatantly when getting our cars repaired ! Thanks Sam . Keep up the good work !!!

  • @Grenyas
    @Grenyas Жыл бұрын

    Topdon programmer 👍 Chinese cutting machine 💩

  • @docbreezy3545
    @docbreezy3545 Жыл бұрын

    I'm celebrating a $30k stock portfolio today. I started this journey with 4k. have invested on time and also with the right tearn now I have time for my family and the life ahead of me

  • @joeccvvvv6732

    @joeccvvvv6732

    Жыл бұрын

    And who is this Mrs Olivia Renae Marksover and how does she trade, please am interested in getting to know how it all works

  • @alynicholls3230

    @alynicholls3230

    Жыл бұрын

    @Christopher Ugonna all traders lose sometimes, to claim otherwise is naive.

  • @pali1H
    @pali1H Жыл бұрын

    Topdon is sweet. I got a scanner with your code and it worked a treat on my Camaro and my wife's Infiniti.

  • @philb707
    @philb707 Жыл бұрын

    Wow, informative stuff. Good vid Sam

  • @UserNameGalacticFail
    @UserNameGalacticFail Жыл бұрын

    I definitely enjoyed this video. This is good content so please make more. Thanks!

  • @markrizzofield9403
    @markrizzofield9403 Жыл бұрын

    With the TOPDON T-Ninja tool you said about the deleting key function. I know a few makes of cars where you can only have so many keys like 3 or 4 programmed to that 1 car. So if the car has been through many hands and is a few or more years old you buy it then try programming a key and it wont let you because the car is still holding on to keys that u haven't got so the brain needs keys deleting before any more new ones can be added. I had this and had to pay a handsome amount to have the keys deleted before i could add my new key fob which some times older cars have simple hacks to add fobs without a tool.

  • @davidschannel6131
    @davidschannel6131 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video I love how you showed how to program fobs with that programmer

  • @keithviolette5870
    @keithviolette5870 Жыл бұрын

    Great video. I cut my own Silverado laser key on my CNC mill. Scanned it on a flatbed scanner, and modeled it in CAD, programmed the g-code and cut a couple spare keys - worked the first try. Unfortunately I had to go to a dealership to have the fobs programmed. Now I have to make one for my daughters Toyota key for my daughter's car...

  • @philtowle4683
    @philtowle4683 Жыл бұрын

    There are a range of lishi lock picking tools depending on your car so it's like the old key programming tools you would need the one for your car manufacturer, though it should cover other makes as well.

  • @kentuckycornbread8502
    @kentuckycornbread8502 Жыл бұрын

    Very interesting, I liked this kind of video. If one of us DIY people could actually figure it out, it would drive down those expensive costs from dealerships.

  • @WATCH-IT-BUSTER
    @WATCH-IT-BUSTER Жыл бұрын

    18:00 SAMMY has been watching the LOCK PICKING LAWYER.

  • @robertnewsome7965
    @robertnewsome7965 Жыл бұрын

    Sam, I really enjoyed this video-more please

  • @bassxtcy
    @bassxtcy Жыл бұрын

    I would love to see more like this!

  • @louskunt9798
    @louskunt9798 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent video! Loved it!✌️

  • @RESTORATIONRESCUE
    @RESTORATIONRESCUE Жыл бұрын

    Another great video. Keep up the great work!

  • @AndrewWilsonOz
    @AndrewWilsonOz Жыл бұрын

    *Hint. Cover the remote part of the key with painters tape, before you start the cutting. It will keep any brass chips from getting into the button holes by chance. Great video as always.

  • @jordanmercier3616
    @jordanmercier3616 Жыл бұрын

    Great video idea man, really enjoyed it.

  • @savagedriver1967
    @savagedriver1967 Жыл бұрын

    A very interesting video. I certainly wasn't aware that so many manufacturers have remotes that are so similar in construction to each other.

  • @PatrickCurrie1
    @PatrickCurrie1 Жыл бұрын

    I recently had to program two new keys and fobs for a 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. I just followed the instructions and they were all programme a the same time by me from inside the car and without any special piece of equipment. But then it was a 2005 so maybe they were very basic and easy to program.

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