lever nuts for remote starter?

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Forum Name: Car Security and Convenience
Forum Discription: Car Alarms, Keyless Entries, Remote Starters, Immobilizer Bypasses, Sensors, Door Locks, Window Modules, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats, etc.
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Topic: lever nuts for remote starter?

Posted By: tvmjr76
Subject: lever nuts for remote starter?
Date Posted: June 17, 2014 at 8:11 PM

I am going to install an Avital 4103LX into a 2004 Subaru Outback. I've installed a couple remote starters in the past using the tap splice method, but I've recently discovered these wago lever nuts.

I'm sure they can handle the current. And I think this would be a lot easier/cleaner than the splices... Don't need to solder and tape.

The only thing I don't really like is that I'd have to completely cut the car's wires to use these.

What do you guys think?

Replies:

Posted By: howie ll
Date Posted: June 17, 2014 at 11:55 PM

No way, unfortunately if you used tap slices and those connectors you'd be immediately dismissed from any decent shop either in the US or UK, absolutely useless in a moving, vibrating damp environment.

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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.

Posted By: racerjames76
Date Posted: June 19, 2014 at 10:32 AM

Totally agree with Howie...Maybe it would work in an old hot rod but in a modern car with sensitive electronics. NO WAY. Added resistance, increased risk of being stranded on the side of the road while your car burns down. It is a personal choice. You won't find support here for doing things the easy way.

I always applaud anyone for thinking outside the box, but in this case the box exists for a reason. posted_image

Apologies if I sound harsh, but the point needs to get across. posted_image

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To master and control electricity is perfection. *evil laugh*

Posted By: howie ll
Date Posted: June 19, 2014 at 10:37 AM

Even the comment if I was interviewing you:-
"I've installed a couple remote starters in the past using the tap splice method."
Means I wouldn't employ you.

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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.