Question about the new all in one key-fob-transponders
Just bought a 2005 Jeep Liberty. Unfortunately, it only came with one keyfob transponder thing. this si the kind that has it all integrated into one thing, the key, chip, wireless entry all in one assembly. Apparently, from what I have learned if you have two of these you can DIY program a third. But, if you only have one, you have to go to the Stealership or a locksmith and have them create a second one. I'm still a card carrying member of TCB so I about deficated a brick when the locksmith just told me that they could sell me a new fob thing, cut the key and program it for $235. I've looked on the net and found prices for new ones anywhere from $18 up to $150+. I asked them what they would charge if I supplied my own and had them cut and program it. $80 but no guarantee it will work because according to them, some of the cheap options on the net are of suspect quality. I don't know if this is true or if it's a means of "Persuading" me to just bite the bullet and give them $235. Anyone here have knowledge of these internet cheap options? Is there a source where I can buy one for less $$ and not worry that it might not be programmable after I pay someone $80? Anyone know where a cheap, somewhat old fart can maybe save some $$ to get one locally?
