Recommended alarms

I am looking to install alarm w/remote start on my 2005 Mazda Tribute. I have been out of the install business for about 10 years now. I used to install DEI products but noticed there are alot of different brands out there now.  I like the 2way but are not too happy that the DEI alarms only come with one remote LCD ( I know I can always buy another one).  I am looking at the Viper 791, compustar, or code so far. I have seen several on the asian wolf website are they any good. Are there any recommendations out there.  Thanks I  appreciate any help.

i like the audiovox aps-996a personally. i use them on all my cars. i am not sure of any brands except dei and code. that is all i have around here. i dont like the way the dei remote looks  and the code has given me nothing but trouble

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There is a lot of who makes who in the industry now, take the Asianwolf for example. It may be found under any number of differing brandnames. A dead giveaway is what that remote looks like, yet every brand claims to be the best. I like and use the Compustar line. they too have a couple of knock off brands, like Nu-Start for example. I use and recommend them as they are installer friendly, have good tech support and of course are a great product to use.  Consider the Compustar 2WAMAS or 2WFM8000AS as a great alarm / starter cobination.

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Top Secret, I can tell you but then my wife will kill me.

always got good old clifford intelligaurd

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dont be a pet monkey ..use your dmm

tech support is only for licensed installer?

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There is a lot of who makes who in the industry now, take the Asianwolf for example. It may be found under any number of differing brandnames. A dead giveaway is what that remote looks like, yet every brand claims to be the best. I like and use the Compustar line. they too have a couple of knock off brands, like Nu-Start for example. I use and recommend them as they are installer friendly, have good tech support and of course are a great product to use.  Consider the Compustar 2WAMAS or 2WFM8000AS as a great alarm / starter cobination.

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I like the Viper 791, although replacement transmitters are a bit expensive. If you need TechSoft, just let one of us know.

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EK Civic
security
no audio

I usually install the prestige APS-996 Witch is almost identical to the "code". I have never had a problem or a return for that matter. As for the code my good friend is the shop manager at a circuit city and they use the code 2 way. He says that he gets returns on a daily basis. They are not returns for the install issue it is always the code 2 way remote. He says he replaces them on a daily basis. Last week I upgraded my alarm in my truck to a Viper791xv. I must say that I am very pleased with its performance. The range is great. The one problem I have with installing the Viper is that there are many "boxes" to hide and find room for, especially if you are going to add optional sensors ect. So from my knowledge "which isent much" I would say go with the Viper 791xv or the prestige APS-996. The prestige is a little lighter on the wallet and the 996 is alot more "safer" than code. If you like the code 2 way get the prestige instead.

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MECP certified (If it really means anything)
Jeremy

code used to offer more than one two way piece. i was refering to the one that is not similar to the audiovox unit. i wish i could get my hands on one of those cool carbon fiber 996 remotes.

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I use DEI products. I prefer their viper series. It's all I've ever used after my code alarm died after just over 1 year. Viper has several great products. I prefer the 791xv. It only comes with 1 transmitter but if you plan on installing 1 in each vehicle you own they can be cross trained into both vehicles.

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Jeff
Always Verify Wire information before Connecting! Just a Darn Good DIY'R

I personally have and have installed several DEI 554t and now 554r 2-way alarms. Every customer has been satisfied including myself. You can pick one up for 175 bucks and is very installer friendly. If you are looking for range, the compustar has impressed me thus far.

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Dyer

Is it true that the APS-996 is a one vehicle operation only. I appreciate everyone's input on this post.

as already mentioned, you cant go wrong with a Clifford product... either the Matrix or G5 products....

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Kevin Gerry
Certified Electronics Technician
MECP First Class Installer

Owner/Installer
Classic Car Audio
since 1979

Thanks for alot of  input on good alarms. I have decided to go with the compustar 900mhz. I got a good deal on it and could not pass it up. Thanks everyone regarding your suggestions.

Any personal insights on problems with the Viper791 product or either of the Clifford areas? (Matrix or G5)

Also I am looking at pricing at the only local area for Clifford I know of, and the GPS product line is kinda expensive... Viper has something similar, any insight?

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1998 Monte Carlo w/
Eclipse CD8454
2xRockford 5.25" Power 2-way T152C
2xRockford 6"x9" Punch 3-way FRC4369
1xMemphis 16-MCH1300 5-channel
2xKicker 12" L5 Solobaric-2 Ohm

 Can i recommend an Autowatch 298, wih built in remote start.

Very small, easy to fit and requires no pc to programme.

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techie51 wrote:

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Thanks for alot of  input on good alarms. I have decided to go with the compustar 900mhz. I got a good deal on it and could not pass it up. Thanks everyone regarding your suggestions.

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Great system !! You won't regret it !

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Jeff
Velocity Custom Home Theater
Mobile Audio/Video Specialist
Morden, Manitoba CANADA