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02-20-2008, 02:00 PM
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Can you share a pic of your installation...
(yes, I will go search and look for your thread)
(yes, I will go search and look for your thread)
02-20-2008, 02:23 PM
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02-20-2008, 03:06 PM
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I went through the same exact thing when I got my 997 GT3. I was a bit frustrated. However, I did a thread on how to create your own homelink that completely uses the OEM switches and doesn't cost more than $50. Also, you save the weight of the homelink and the ridiculous method of training the device. If you can't find the thread I've attached some photos of the install. The homelink switches can be purchased from your dealer or Suncoast motor sports for very cheap. Then all you need is a soldering iron to attach the leads, and presto, you're done.
02-20-2008, 09:09 PM
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The link to the install is on "6 speedonline" under the GT3 thread. Just do a search and you'll find my link. The key is to buy the homelink switches from porsche and then use your existing handheld garage door openers. A suggestion is to buy an extra set of small handheld garage controllers that you can open up to modify for the connection of wires.
02-21-2008, 01:14 AM
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The link to the install is on "6 speedonline" under the GT3 thread. Just do a search and you'll find my link. The key is to buy the homelink switches from porsche and then use your existing handheld garage door openers. A suggestion is to buy an extra set of small handheld garage controllers that you can open up to modify for the connection of wires.
02-21-2008, 01:35 AM
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The link to the install is on "6 speedonline" under the GT3 thread. Just do a search and you'll find my link. The key is to buy the homelink switches from porsche and then use your existing handheld garage door openers. A suggestion is to buy an extra set of small handheld garage controllers that you can open up to modify for the connection of wires.
Thats what I did, but my openers had 12v batteries so I hardwired them to the car.
02-21-2008, 09:04 AM
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Yes. I use the battery from the small garage hand held remote. And yes, connecting to a power source is a great idea also. When you remove the "blanks" from the headliner area there are a couple of power source wires - however, they are linked to the interior lights which are not hardwired to the ignition. You'd have to run an "ignition" wire up to that area which shouldn't be that bad.
As an alternative, I ran a similar home made "homelink" set-up in my C4S and simply used an "extra" defroster switch to activate the garage door opener under ignition power. You could locate this switch by the handbrake. Another alternative is to wire the switch to a location within the ashtray area.
Good luck. Lots of options. I simply went for the cleanest OEM looking install that I could.
As an alternative, I ran a similar home made "homelink" set-up in my C4S and simply used an "extra" defroster switch to activate the garage door opener under ignition power. You could locate this switch by the handbrake. Another alternative is to wire the switch to a location within the ashtray area.
Good luck. Lots of options. I simply went for the cleanest OEM looking install that I could.
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02-21-2008, 05:25 PM
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i believe some of the dome lights are fully operational without the key. so if you tap your 12v source to there, your garage opening will work fine. the beauty is, when you lock the doors.. the lights will turn off.. as well as your garage opener
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02-23-2008, 04:47 AM
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Thank you all for the great info!
02-23-2008, 04:49 AM
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Yes. I use the battery from the small garage hand held remote. And yes, connecting to a power source is a great idea also. When you remove the "blanks" from the headliner area there are a couple of power source wires - however, they are linked to the interior lights which are not hardwired to the ignition. You'd have to run an "ignition" wire up to that area which shouldn't be that bad.
As an alternative, I ran a similar home made "homelink" set-up in my C4S and simply used an "extra" defroster switch to activate the garage door opener under ignition power. You could locate this switch by the handbrake. Another alternative is to wire the switch to a location within the ashtray area.
Good luck. Lots of options. I simply went for the cleanest OEM looking install that I could.
As an alternative, I ran a similar home made "homelink" set-up in my C4S and simply used an "extra" defroster switch to activate the garage door opener under ignition power. You could locate this switch by the handbrake. Another alternative is to wire the switch to a location within the ashtray area.
Good luck. Lots of options. I simply went for the cleanest OEM looking install that I could.
