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Pooreclipse

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Posted: April 14, 2004 at 8:36 PM / IP Logged

Hi I am looking to get an alarm, and I'll be installing myself, I've wired all kinds of stuff, MSD ignition, relays, stereo. With the instructions I don't think it will be a problem

The criteria tho is that it needs to be a 2 way which means it will page me if the alarm is triggered. Like a Compustar system. I was about to buy the compustar on ebay but I read here now I have mixed feelings.

I thought SS and long range is good to have, but I'm kind of rough with my remotes.. so I don't want to have unreliable remotes.

Looked into the Clifford RSX as well.

AutoPage?? is another one I see.

This is an older car with nothing fancy no keyless entry no power locks so I'll need to rig up actuators (not a problem for me)

The thing though is I don't need or won't be messing with remote start because I simply don't like it.. and I park in gear anyway.. But i might explore later after I get the basic functions working.

Please recommend one of these transponder type to me. Price $100-$250. I need to make a decision soon.

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DEI..........all the way

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Posted: April 14, 2004 at 10:08 PM / IP Logged

I am a Compustar fan myself. I have installed a few of these and have had great success with them as far as reliability and durability. If your going to be rough with the remote's, it won't matter what comapny you deal with, they are all going to be the same as far as shock resistance.

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Pooreclipse

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Posted: April 14, 2004 at 11:21 PM / IP Logged

Ok guys is the clifford 3.5 and viper 791 the SAME THING?

The LCDs seem to be the same, and the clifford seem to be owned by DEI now

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Posted: April 14, 2004 at 11:21 PM / IP Logged

go go compustar.

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desh187

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Posted: April 15, 2004 at 12:18 AM / IP Logged

i suggest omega max with echo system(nothing gets close to this like automatic transmitter alert and on and on...)

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i have the clifford matrix rs 3.5 and i love it. i upgraded from the rs2 that i loved so much. i havent had any problems at all and im using tons of features. i have the DEI trunk pop, added actuators, 5th channel garage door opener, battery back up, timer realy and peizo siren, 4th channel rear defogger, the good clear plastic DEI shock sensor, prox. sensor, and a merc switch on the hood and trunk. all of it works perfect, even the range and remote :D

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Here's a POLL that was created that may help you:

https://www.the12volt.com/installbay/forum_posts.asp?tid=26572&KW=2+WAY

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Posted: April 15, 2004 at 10:51 AM / IP Logged

i have the Clifford 3.5 in own vehicle too and like it alot... but really it's personal preference.... Compustar is a good unit too.... heck, why not just buy what YOU like and let us know what you decided.......

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Pooreclipse

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Posted: April 15, 2004 at 10:58 AM / IP Logged

I am kind of torn between the DEI product and Compustar right now

I mean I want to walk inside the mall and know still get status of my car. Sometimes you need to park a little far. Been to walmart on a sunday afternoon?

Some real life examples of the DEI's range would give me a better idea.

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