i want a security system
08-26-2007, 04:14 AM
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i want a security system
would one of those cheap ebay kits for keyless entry,alarm,remote start work in an 84. would there be to much hassle of wire splicing and door panel removal?
08-26-2007, 04:28 AM
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It's a bit of a bitch, but only if you're not the most competent with electronics. I would not recommend one of the ebay kits, as i don't think they come w/ a starter kill. The starter kill is the real thing you want; most people don't pay attention to car alarms anyway...
I just bought an alarm for my car with the status indicator LCD screen in the fob...good for up to 1/2 mile optimally. While it may not do hugely for the actual security of the car, it gives me the peace of mind at least.
But yes -- look for a starter kill, and i'd recommend paying the $45 to have someone else install it.
To give you an idea, my alarm has:
-- starter kill
--remote start
-- keyless entry
-- hood/trunk security
-- LCD status-indicator fob
-- ignition lock
-- anti-code grabber
-- the usual valet crap
-- and some other stuff i can't remember...
It cost me $250 installed; it is a Prestige unit. Worth it IMO; so far it's been great.
I helped my bud (who is more competent w/ electronics than I) install an alarm in his old truck and it wasn't too difficult; then again, it was an old chevy -- about as simple as you can get...
I just bought an alarm for my car with the status indicator LCD screen in the fob...good for up to 1/2 mile optimally. While it may not do hugely for the actual security of the car, it gives me the peace of mind at least.
But yes -- look for a starter kill, and i'd recommend paying the $45 to have someone else install it.
To give you an idea, my alarm has:
-- starter kill
--remote start
-- keyless entry
-- hood/trunk security
-- LCD status-indicator fob
-- ignition lock
-- anti-code grabber
-- the usual valet crap
-- and some other stuff i can't remember...
It cost me $250 installed; it is a Prestige unit. Worth it IMO; so far it's been great.
I helped my bud (who is more competent w/ electronics than I) install an alarm in his old truck and it wasn't too difficult; then again, it was an old chevy -- about as simple as you can get...
