crimestopper post opinion about them.

So has anyone had bad experiences with Crimestopper like I have or do you just not prefer them because you've heard horror stories? They've been in business for I think around 25 years so you'd think that means they are a quality product.. I understand that ALL product lines will have an issue here and there but I feel the amount of issues I've had is well over the acceptable amount..

I to install on the side and only used Crimestopper for a long time,then I started to get a lot of comebacks,remotes,brains,etc.I decided to try some different brands so I purchased 2 autopages:2 omega's and 2 compustars.I installed one autopage in my car and it has been working fine for 9 months now,I installed the other autopage and it never worked from day one so I put the omega in and it has been working fine to.I installed a compustar in my wifes car and no problems yet.I didn't really like the quality of the omega remotes.

The one thing I do like about Crimestopper is that I've never had trouble returning and getting a unit replaced.. I just read on another post that if you use DEI products you have to be an authorized installer for the warranty to be valid.. Is this true for Omega, Autopage, etc? This is important since I just do it on the side, I'm not an "authorized" installer I guess..

The dealer I get my Omega stuff from just replaced the bad module without a problem. Like you, I only do as a sideline. Here's a tip someone gave me; if you buy locally try to see what's sitting around behind counter. If you see a lot of a certain item or brand being returned it's a good bet you shouldn't buy one.Ed

Do you get yours from a local install shop? I went on Omega's website last week and emailed them asking how I could become a dealer or where I could purchase their product.. I got NO reply. Nice customer service, eh? I know a local audio shop installs them and I believe can sell them too.. Just not sure if they would have a large markup.

Still trying to decide which type to give a shot.. I mainly just install two options.. A standard 4 button 1 way, and a 2 way (starters only, no alarms).. I want to try one out in my truck to give one a shot.. I'll take out the Crimestopper RS1704TWII I have in it now as I'm not really happy with the range I've been getting with it.. Can anyone give me me a make and model number of a good 2 way unit with some solid range so I can see if I can get it off eBay or somewhere else? Thanks!

I too learned to install alarms with crimestopper...honestly though,,i think crimestopper is a good alarm for just your basic alarming needs...but they suck when you need it for remote start or anything else. i think bicron alarms are better than the crimestopper..just my thoughts,...AuDiO ViDeO CoNcEpTs Installer

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