Its expensive because its one of those jobs where both them and you know that you're screwed. Kinda like tow truck company or impound lot receptionists.
Sometimes the aftermarket makes cheap OEM equivalents. The expensive part is the scan tool and key cutter. I can say from personal experience. There is a reason it costs so much for to get a fob programed at a Volkswagen dealership. The computer we had was slow really slow.
It's nowhere near that cost for this job. The key cutter is under 3k. The programmer he used is about 3k. However, that programming device isn't necessary. Much cheaper options are available. There's cheaper key cutting options as well.
Yeah, I'd say lest than 7k usd. I could programme a key like that in New Zealand with my 7k set up and would charge about $500usd for the job. It's more about the skill of being able to do it more thank the set up costs.
Cutter less than 10k - Key 15$ ordered from manufacturers - Programming $10-200 - Skills are impossible to tell but easily the most important The machines could be top of the line but if you don’t have the know how.. the tools useless, haha literally
Cutting machine is about 3k Programer is about 3k Lishi tool 50$ Inventory??? Van??? Insurances???? Years of experience?? Personally my van setup with all my machines and programmers and all inventory is probably about 130k van included.
Saludos from puerto peñasco sonora my friend i was thinking of opening a key business down here but short on cash for all the tools but i enjoy you videos animooo compadre
He problably got all different ones. I watched a TV program here in Sweden that translates to "heroes of the road" that followes a couple of tow-workers that helps people with all kinds of car trouble and I saw one of them use this kind of lishi-tool to open a car. He had a couple of diffrent ones in a bag. Maybe up to 10.
Once you are a certified licensed, Locksmith, you get access to a bunch of tools, websites, and apps. In those apps, you just type in year, make and model of the vehicle, and it tells you what you need to make a car key.
Blake each lishi comes with list of the models you can use it on , meaning hu101 ford list isC Max 2014-2017 Fiesta 2011-2017 Focus 2012-2017 Fusion 2012-2018 Pickup 2015-2018 Ecosport 2018-2019 Ranger 2019 Explorer 2016-2019 Land Rover Range Rover 2006-2010 Range Rover Sport 2006-2010 LR3 2005-2009 Volvo S40 2004-2009 C30 2007-2010 V50 2006-2012 V70 2008-2012 XC70 2004-2008 XC90 2004-2008 While hu100 is gm and the list is BUICK Allure from 2009 and later Lacrosse from 2009 and later Regal from 2011 and later Verano from 2011 and later Cadillac SRX from 2010 and later Various models 2007 and later Chevrolet Impala 2013 and later Volt 2011 and later Holden Astra from 2004 and later barina 2004 to 2005 barina from 2011 and later caprice from 2013 and later colorado from 2012 and later combo from 2004 and later cruze from 2012 and later Tigra from 2005 and later vectra from 2004 and later zafiera b from 2004 and later VAUXHALL/OPEL Astra 2004-2010 Combo 2004-2010 Corsa 2004-2010 Insignia Meriva 2004-2010 Mocca from 2013 and later Opel Mocca 2013 and later Tigra 2004-2010 Vectra 2005-2009 Saab 9-3 2008 plus 9-5 2008 plus Saturn Astra from 2008 and later So check the list that came with the lishi you bought .
It’s based on the type of key the car uses. I have 70 lishi picks. After some time you know which vehicles use which. We also have software we can use to look it up.
I personally hate prius keys because they are the most expensive key. Last time, it cost me 80 bucks for a blank key. But it made good money , but i charged 220 for the key. The dealer quated them 400.
Lol it’s not always so simple! & why not “copy” the key cut instead of decoding? I’m sure it doesn’t make much difference but I’m curious - Thanks for the vid!
@@aronomoamey9820 whats with the hate? Hes just makin a living and teaching ppl who know nothing about it some stuff to help ppl possibly make a living or if their stuck in a situation or to help ppl save money. what is a real automotive locksmith? What makes 1 a real one? I would personally think anyone who can pick locks to cars is a legit locksmith. Of course theirs different levels of locksmiths whether their masters or beginners or so on. But every Automotive locksmith learns from experience on the job and thats what this kid is doing. If you think hes amateur now well who isnt an amateur at one point? Everyone gets better and improves. A good comparison is like for hackers back then, u got the amateur hackers who hacked using the basic trojan level programs and then u got the master hackers that could hack u using windows Dos without using trojan hacks. Both types are still hackers cuz they both can hack u but their skill level may differ in how they achieve their goal with 1 being masterful and the other being newbie. Everyone begins at the beginner stage before moving upwards and this kid is no different as he will improve over time and learn new methods to become more advanced. Or how about comparing 2 electricians ? 1 person went through schooling for it and never watches youtube and the other guy is a dropout who became an electrician from constantly watching youtube vids and trial n error. 1 is clearly more advanced n prepared n skilled while the other isnt but in the end it doesnt mean the 2nd guy cant learn on the job to become better then the first guy. The newb guy can become more skilled because over time hes constantly open to learning new ideas he sees in youtube vids. The first guy will overlook anyone on youtube because they feel their schooling makes them superior in knowledge. So in this situation u will probs also claim the 2nd guy is not a real electrician cause hes not schooled to become one too. Lets not hate on these ppl sharing their methods to help ppl learn, lets applaud their efforts. I dont see much “Real” automotive locksmiths posting vids to teach ppl cuz most of them will want to keep their secrets to themselves. **P.S I Also suspect u are a real automotive locksmith who is upset your trade secrets are being shared so openly 😂😅**
and the tools autel diagnostic is £3158 and auto horse cutting key £2135 ,but I think if you have a prolific year you make the money from the investment.
He is using AutelMaxi programmer, X-tool is way cheaper is you are starting and you don't have enough money, also there is another cheap cutting machines. Once the bussines is paying itself you can upgrade all your tools and transportation.
can you do this for a b8.5 audi? it has a keyhole on the door but to start it you just put the fob in the hole and push it. in other words there’s no key start
I drive truck for a living, I get paperwork that has to be passed to the customer (so stores or businesses) and you’d be very surprised what some of the places pay wholesale for items.
In a pinch, yeah I'll bite the bullet. But those keys are garbage. I always buy my keys from the stealership. These keys start to fall apart months after. And they also start to fail being read by the car thus no start.
The cutter is 3k-5k and the programmer is 3k, key is 15, tools maybe 100, but experience is what's truly important, only bonded locksmiths or dealership mechanics can get access to the code in the programming device
That is just for what he had. Know you need references material and training plus time to practice. A single class will run you about $400. Plus you have to travel to the class. The class only gives what to do when everything goes right and maybe a few tips if things go wrong.
So you paid off your Lishi set… now to pay for that programmer with another 6 jobs and then the key cutter with another 10 jobs AND THEN you can start making money lol
@@CaptainLockPick im curious if someone wanted to get into business what u do in their country how do they get these program readers to install the key ? Also in this video are u saying your lock pick is a reader too that measures the dimensions of the key? Then u insert it into a key making machine n it reads the lock pick tools data ?
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Ah yes because someone can wait for an eBay package to be delivered when their single source of transportation is not working that they probably need for daily life. Dumbass comment
Honestly these guys are heroes on the road. Anyone making spare keys when you don't have one is a HERO.
For sure If your stranded but for a spare it's nuts
Its expensive because its one of those jobs where both them and you know that you're screwed. Kinda like tow truck company or impound lot receptionists.
In Australia those keys are about $400 from the dealership even if you’ve got the original still…
They are 300 to 800 here in Eastern Canada
It's funny how the big dealerships are the biggest scam artists ever. Not the little guy.
Sometimes the aftermarket makes cheap OEM equivalents. The expensive part is the scan tool and key cutter. I can say from personal experience. There is a reason it costs so much for to get a fob programed at a Volkswagen dealership. The computer we had was slow really slow.
You just made at least 15k in 30 mins🗿
15 000!?!?
@@llckarther87ll He means youtube money, but yeah it's not that much, especially not from a short.
Lol someone doesn’t understand how TH-cam works
@@yasirkadhim2940 i mean that car worth 15 k
@@NorCalNiche he has the key ....and that car is about 15k
He forgot to mention you’ll need $50K + investment for inventory / equipment / tools .
It's nowhere near that cost for this job. The key cutter is under 3k. The programmer he used is about 3k.
However, that programming device isn't necessary. Much cheaper options are available. There's cheaper key cutting options as well.
@@honestlocksmith5428he may work doing that , he dont want everyone doing it
@@honestlocksmith5428Correct I think you could get started with around a 5-10k investment
Yeah, I'd say lest than 7k usd.
I could programme a key like that in New Zealand with my 7k set up and would charge about $500usd for the job.
It's more about the skill of being able to do it more thank the set up costs.
@@honestlocksmith5428what are the cheaper cutting options?
He got the customer to hold the camera
I like your videos man!
What was the cost for all the equipment to “make” $350??
Cutter less than 10k - Key 15$ ordered from manufacturers - Programming $10-200 - Skills are impossible to tell but easily the most important
The machines could be top of the line but if you don’t have the know how.. the tools useless, haha literally
Cutting machine is about 3k
Programer is about 3k
Lishi tool 50$
Inventory???
Van???
Insurances????
Years of experience??
Personally my van setup with all my machines and programmers and all inventory is probably about 130k van included.
Any business is going to have a ton of cost at the beginning. But once you break even… that 330 comes easy for him.
Lol you need money to make money.
@@toiletclogger637my buddy spent 25k for all his equipment and the only thing he has replaced the last few years are inventory
These locksmiths work for me👏🏻
Thank you for showing everyone how to do this, then when you have no jobs we see how good you are
Saludos from puerto peñasco sonora my friend i was thinking of opening a key business down here but short on cash for all the tools but i enjoy you videos animooo compadre
But how do you know which pick to use? How do you know if you need to use HU100 or HU101? I keep seeing different names on each pick
He problably got all different ones. I watched a TV program here in Sweden that translates to "heroes of the road" that followes a couple of tow-workers that helps people with all kinds of car trouble and I saw one of them use this kind of lishi-tool to open a car. He had a couple of diffrent ones in a bag. Maybe up to 10.
After picking locks for years you just know by memory.
Once you are a certified licensed, Locksmith, you get access to a bunch of tools, websites, and apps. In those apps, you just type in year, make and model of the vehicle, and it tells you what you need to make a car key.
Blake each lishi comes with list of the models you can use it on , meaning hu101 ford list isC Max 2014-2017
Fiesta 2011-2017
Focus 2012-2017
Fusion 2012-2018
Pickup 2015-2018
Ecosport 2018-2019
Ranger 2019
Explorer 2016-2019
Land Rover
Range Rover 2006-2010
Range Rover Sport 2006-2010
LR3 2005-2009
Volvo
S40 2004-2009
C30 2007-2010
V50 2006-2012
V70 2008-2012
XC70 2004-2008
XC90 2004-2008
While hu100 is gm and the list is BUICK
Allure from 2009 and later
Lacrosse from 2009 and later
Regal from 2011 and later
Verano from 2011 and later
Cadillac
SRX from 2010 and later
Various models 2007 and later
Chevrolet
Impala 2013 and later
Volt 2011 and later
Holden
Astra from 2004 and later
barina 2004 to 2005
barina from 2011 and later
caprice from 2013 and later
colorado from 2012 and later
combo from 2004 and later
cruze from 2012 and later
Tigra from 2005 and later
vectra from 2004 and later
zafiera b from 2004 and later
VAUXHALL/OPEL
Astra 2004-2010
Combo 2004-2010
Corsa 2004-2010
Insignia
Meriva 2004-2010
Mocca from 2013 and later
Opel Mocca 2013 and later
Tigra 2004-2010
Vectra 2005-2009
Saab
9-3 2008 plus
9-5 2008 plus
Saturn
Astra from 2008 and later
So check the list that came with the lishi you bought .
It’s based on the type of key the car uses. I have 70 lishi picks. After some time you know which vehicles use which. We also have software we can use to look it up.
What kind of key cutter do you use
Finna go get a free equinox
I personally hate prius keys because they are the most expensive key. Last time, it cost me 80 bucks for a blank key. But it made good money , but i charged 220 for the key. The dealer quated them 400.
Thanks Great Video Presentation
Can you please recommend the store/website that sells keys and pick
Are you in the Salt Lake City, Utah area?
I live in SLC awesome this guys cool
He died, rip.
Lol i just lost my keys in the ocean. Waiting for the locksmith guy to come fix it. Quote is $750+Tax. I have no other options 😅
Where do you get your lock tools?
I'm so curious if you watch the movie army of thieves and if so is it your favorite?
What is the name of your machine plus do you have to buy the eom code for the car.
I have the 2016 model and after watching this I never even checked to see if I have locks for the key always used the key faub...
I hope customer does not watch this. This video is not an ethic video for a shop.
Can you do this to a older Lexus that has a different engine in it? It isn’t obd2 anymore:/ so how would programming work?
One of easiest high security keyway😂
Where did u buy the keys from?
Will like to see how you set up your mobile bus shop
What is the machine for cutting keys
How much would it cost just to get a new key reprogrammed? Please lmk 🙏
Wich machine is you using
Question why did you plug in the cable on top of the scanner isn’t it wire less sorry I’m a noob barely getting started thanks !
Can you do one for my saab 2008
Hi captain lock pick what years do you do on car keys
What coder you recommend?
IM608 Pro II
IM608 Pro II
What key cutring machine is this?
Lol it’s not always so simple! & why not “copy” the key cut instead of decoding? I’m sure it doesn’t make much difference but I’m curious - Thanks for the vid!
I think they need the numbers for the cnc and they have the tool for decading a key
@@user-ro1cc8tz6d True but what is cnc? I didn’t catch that he was missing a copy for cloning lol
@@aronomoamey9820 whats with the hate? Hes just makin a living and teaching ppl who know nothing about it some stuff to help ppl possibly make a living or if their stuck in a situation or to help ppl save money.
what is a real automotive locksmith?
What makes 1 a real one?
I would personally think anyone who can pick locks to cars is a legit locksmith.
Of course theirs different levels of locksmiths whether their masters or beginners or so on. But every Automotive locksmith learns from experience on the job and thats what this kid is doing.
If you think hes amateur now well who isnt an amateur at one point? Everyone gets better and improves.
A good comparison is like for hackers back then, u got the amateur hackers who hacked using the basic trojan level programs and then u got the master hackers that could hack u using windows Dos without using trojan hacks.
Both types are still hackers cuz they both can hack u but their skill level may differ in how they achieve their goal with 1 being masterful and the other being newbie. Everyone begins at the beginner stage before moving upwards and this kid is no different as he will improve over time and learn new methods to become more advanced.
Or how about comparing 2 electricians ? 1 person went through schooling for it and never watches youtube and the other guy is a dropout who became an electrician from constantly watching youtube vids and trial n error.
1 is clearly more advanced n prepared n skilled while the other isnt but in the end it doesnt mean the 2nd guy cant learn on the job to become better then the first guy. The newb guy can become more skilled because over time hes constantly open to learning new ideas he sees in youtube vids. The first guy will overlook anyone on youtube because they feel their schooling makes them superior in knowledge.
So in this situation u will probs also claim the 2nd guy is not a real electrician cause hes not schooled to become one too.
Lets not hate on these ppl sharing their methods to help ppl learn, lets applaud their efforts. I dont see much “Real” automotive locksmiths posting vids to teach ppl cuz most of them will want to keep their secrets to themselves.
**P.S I Also suspect u are a real automotive locksmith who is upset your trade secrets are being shared so openly 😂😅**
@@seenitalready cnc stands for Computer Numerical Code... it's how they program the key cutting machine to make the new keys.
How is he supposed to copy the key when the customer lost the keys?? What's there to copy???
What school did you go to?
He didn’t.
Lockwood High I believe 😂😂
What are those pick tools called sorry rookie here
Lishi tool
@@Pressdee91ohh yes, I hear him say that now, thank you
Can you make home key
Lol I am a locksmith too but 330 I s just a rip off
I left my message to early I didn’t know you made a spare key as well👍
How much in tools to get started
I need this help lost my car keys and have no spare 😞 I need new sets of keys.
Can you do this for 2002 Camaro ss
Machine name
$330 but the equipment cost $15 to 20k
Who can do this for you, if u buy the key from amazon? I imagine the dealer wont
Can you make keys for a 75 Cadillac El Dorado. Is there a leashy tool for that ?
That’s not bad pricing at all considering dealership price for it
Are you around L.A? By any chance? 😅🙏🏼👍🏼
and the tools autel diagnostic is £3158
and auto horse cutting key £2135 ,but I think if you have a prolific year you make the money from the investment.
Never use this for bmw 2 days after the key would no longer start the car even trying to stick it in the slot key fob wouldn’t lock it
Just one of those key cutting machines cost around $9,000.00 to $15,000.00🥺
How much were the leíshis?
300 bucks is predatory, 50-150 tops
So 10,000 for the cutter 38,000 for the truck scanner 4,000
What software/app do you use for programing
He is using AutelMaxi programmer, X-tool is way cheaper is you are starting and you don't have enough money, also there is another cheap cutting machines. Once the bussines is paying itself you can upgrade all your tools and transportation.
@@williamperez0306is there a need to upgrade or are the cheaper versions fine to carry on with?
can you do this for a b8.5 audi? it has a keyhole on the door but to start it you just put the fob in the hole and push it. in other words there’s no key start
Hi ... Do you fix this problem ?? What is the price for 2 keys ?
Holy shit , why so much if using cheap after market keys?
Little mean to upcharge them so much don’t you think lol
I drive truck for a living, I get paperwork that has to be passed to the customer (so stores or businesses) and you’d be very surprised what some of the places pay wholesale for items.
There's a difference between up charge and upsell
@@CaptRageALot well said
I would assume the 115 for two keys is a deal you are paying for the man’s service after all !
His kits is very expensive a d would cost double from a dealer, should also never use a master key day to day.
These young guys are ruining the locksmith business.
In a pinch, yeah I'll bite the bullet. But those keys are garbage. I always buy my keys from the stealership. These keys start to fall apart months after. And they also start to fail being read by the car thus no start.
Thats because yall prices are ridiculous. Im getting it done for 100. Scratch that 200 lol
What lock picking tool is this
I want to buy these items you use what are they I’m doing my own business
Hi sir am key maker I like this work so please I need aa job
Hi sir am keys and lock maker i need job please sir 🙏
I made 330. But before tax so it’s a little different price. Don’t you think?
How much does all the hardware cost to start up?
The cutter is 3k-5k and the programmer is 3k, key is 15, tools maybe 100, but experience is what's truly important, only bonded locksmiths or dealership mechanics can get access to the code in the programming device
That is just for what he had. Know you need references material and training plus time to practice. A single class will run you about $400. Plus you have to travel to the class. The class only gives what to do when everything goes right and maybe a few tips if things go wrong.
Can you teach me I’ll give you a cut
Need a key made for a 1983 Suzuki 750 GS can you help
How do you surpass the chip in the new vehicle keys.
That's why he programmed them.
A m from Pakistan
I'm in Petersburg Virginia.. right outside colonial heights. Who can I call for this
glad you were able to upsell the customer
HELP i need someone like this in Sunbury pa if you know anyone please please reply
Profit? Really?
So you paid off your Lishi set… now to pay for that programmer with another 6 jobs and then the key cutter with another 10 jobs AND THEN you can start making money lol
I will literally pay you to apprentice under you. Where do you live?
Yeah how to easily get $300, all you need is $6,000 worth of equipment.
And when you find out they didn't lose the keys, they stole the car, you'll be out thousands.
That’s why you confirm with the ID & car insurance papers 👍
Yea that won’t happen if you are asking for proper documentation.
@@CaptainLockPick im curious if someone wanted to get into business what u do in their country how do they get these program readers to install the key ?
Also in this video are u saying your lock pick is a reader too that measures the dimensions of the key? Then u insert it into a key making machine n it reads the lock pick tools data ?
Just say 'im jooish'
As a car locksmith, there is a lot of time and money invested that he is not showing you.
Agree, my locksmith brother 😊
if you have job give me that up I have passport all everything before me walking sells my from Bangladesh me experience 27 years
Keep giving the trade away… 😡🙄🤦🏻♂️
Dude you are misleading, some cars can takes time fuzes or electric problems or need to take the ignition out this information it's not correct
Ull get sued
And the times of this ignorance God winked at; but now commandeth all men every where to repent: (Acts 17:30)
Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. (James 4:4)
Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. (Matthew 7:13-14)
OMG that customer was hustled . I JUST ORDER MINE OF OF EBAY AND PROGRAM IT MY SELF FOR FREE.
Life is people hustling people, he's more so selling his knowledge, knowledge is so important
Ah yes because someone can wait for an eBay package to be delivered when their single source of transportation is not working that they probably need for daily life. Dumbass comment
robbers enter the chat😂
fr what if they put water and freezed and just unlocked it lol
How do you decide too charge people?