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wrenches

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So as remote start season approaches what is everybodies opinion. Which do you use, and why? Or do you not use anything at all.

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In my experience, the pin switches tend to rust out and fail to make contact. I only use mercury switches.

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I only use stainless ball bearing tilt switch's, i make it mandatory that the buy the switch then put it in for free because the pin switch WILL RUST then there wil be a very bad conection between the 2 points and the switch will fail to work.

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I think when it comes down to it, it depends on your location/weather patterns.

if you are afraid of rust, go with something with less metal, like a mercury switch.

Another option is magnetic switches (never tried them so i not sure)

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icarus_icarus

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Posted: September 24, 2007 at 1:15 AM / IP Logged

I used magnetic switches on the Compustar install on my car last year, and not had any trouble yet fwiw...

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CapSS92

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Posted: September 24, 2007 at 5:19 AM / IP Logged

Dry climate here in Texas so we use pin switches with no problems.

eric-tech

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Posted: September 24, 2007 at 8:04 AM / IP Logged

Pin switchs are a big no no for us here in Canada!

Magnetic switch are the most recommended.

Eric

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wrenches

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Posted: September 24, 2007 at 9:52 AM / IP Logged

I personally use pinswitches. Yes, here in Canada. I try to locate them as far away from the front of the engine compartment as possible. Usually on the firewall. I really haven't had many problems at all. I was curious though as to any issues people have had with stuff like mercury switches. If you park on a steep enough hill will your car not start? Installed one in a bad place and put a screw through the hood? (Yes, I do know someone who did that.)

eric-tech

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Posted: September 24, 2007 at 4:01 PM / IP Logged

Well no big issues as for steep hills so far and no screw trough the hood. LOL

That must be incredible doodie man!!!

Take your time, a solution is just around the corner :-)

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North-west of Russia. Installers use a pinswitches.

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