car alarm missing remotes

I recently purchased a 1987 car with an older alarm installed called the Enforcer 100 made by Seco-Larm (see https://www.seco-larm.com/). The alarm did not come with any remotes and the company no longer sells the one button remote replacement fob (part no. SK-911T). So far the only place I have been able to locate a used replacement remote is on eBay for approximately $22.00; see https://www./itm/310311362099?_trksid=p5197.c0.m619.

However, I am reluctant to spend $22.00 for a remote only to learn that my system is inoperable. Do any of you know where I can locate a replacement remote or universal remote that may work with my system?

Much thanks.

-Marc

The safest bet would be to throw away the existing alarm and add a new one. As you rightly said no point in laying out that money especially as the "new" remote might still not work, also the siren and any hood switches would have failed by now.
Ain't no such beast as a universal remote, the crooks would love it.

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Amateurs assume, don't test and have problems; pros test first. I am not a free install service.
Read the installation manual, do a search here or online for your vehicle wiring before posting.

x2 with Howie.

Basic alarm systems are so inexpensive today that's it's not even worth trying to find parts for an older system.

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I realize that new systems are not expensive... I just thought I would try to troubleshoot the existing system first. Thanks for your thoughts.

hey mark!,

have you ever installed an alarm?

what is the extent of your wiring capabilities for automotive accessories?

(BTW, i am possibly headed somewhere with these Qs)

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yuk
quiet rural missouri, near KC.
If your system moves you physically and not emotionally, you have wasted your money.

oooops, i meant Marc. sorry

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yuk
quiet rural missouri, near KC.
If your system moves you physically and not emotionally, you have wasted your money.

Is this called doing a Howard diplomatically?

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Amateurs assume, don't test and have problems; pros test first. I am not a free install service.
Read the installation manual, do a search here or online for your vehicle wiring before posting.

Huh?

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yuk
quiet rural missouri, near KC.
If your system moves you physically and not emotionally, you have wasted your money.

o i c. duh.

i just got outta bed and my brain in still waking.

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yuk
quiet rural missouri, near KC.
If your system moves you physically and not emotionally, you have wasted your money.

itsyuk wrote:

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hey mark!,

have you ever installed an alarm?

what is the extent of your wiring capabilities for automotive accessories?

(BTW, i am possibly headed somewhere with these Qs)

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So, I work on my cars quite a bit. I take care of all the routine maintenance on them - such as pads/rotors, suspension, all fluids, etc. I also tackle most minor fixes and some minor electrical work (running new grounds/relays/etc.). I haven't installed an alarm before, but think I could.

However, this car may not be a keeper, isn't a threat to be stolen, and is a convertible. Unfortunately, when people want to steal something out of a convertible they just slit the roof. I don't want that to happen, so I will likely just leave the doors unlocked and the car empty. I also don't think this car is a threat to be stolen as it is a very basic, daily driver '87 BMW vert. I like the car, but need to spend my time, money, and efforts wisely. For now, I am working on mechanical/electrical fixes that make a difference in how the car runs.

yep convertibles need radar and even then, some punks just gotta be punks.

but even without a remote, you may be able to see if the alarm works. there might be ways to possibly operate it using the key and valet switch.

see if you can get that info from the seco-folks.

knowing that would give you a much better direction.

if the alarm is broke, alot of work is already done for the next alarm install. splicing a new alarm in place of it would not be too traumatic.

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yuk
quiet rural missouri, near KC.
If your system moves you physically and not emotionally, you have wasted your money.

E30 then, the classic square BMW.
Actually it IS a keeper for the following reasons.
They are appreciating in value.
Comparatively simple electrics.
Easy to fix.
Extremely reliable.
And really really easy to install an alarm or R/S to them.


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Amateurs assume, don't test and have problems; pros test first. I am not a free install service.
Read the installation manual, do a search here or online for your vehicle wiring before posting.

Itsyuk - I like your idea about seeing whether the key can operate... I have a contact over at seco-larm, so I will give them a call later.

Howie II - I already have one E30 that is a long term keeper and I AGREE with all of your points about them. They are a pleasure to work on, relatively inexpensive to own, and fun to drive.

once you get the info from seco, make sure there is a good fuse in the fuseholder before you begin. LOL

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yuk
quiet rural missouri, near KC.
If your system moves you physically and not emotionally, you have wasted your money.