deciding what alarm to buy?
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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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Printed Date: May 09, 2024 at 3:01 AM
Topic: deciding what alarm to buy?
Posted By: aceracer24
Subject: deciding what alarm to buy?
Date Posted: June 03, 2006 at 10:45 PM
There are so many brands of alarms my head is spinning...
I have a 1968 VW Beetle. I am looking for suggestions on an alarm. I'm wanting something that will page me or call my cell to alert me when someone is trying to break into or steal my car. I plan to eventually get auto locks and auto windows but for now i have neither. I don't really need an auto start but that would be nice. SOmething with a starter disable would be good as well.
I'm looking for an alarm that has good dependability as well as warranty and fair price. I really don't know that much about alarms so not really sure what is good and what is not so asking for help here.
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1968 VW Beetle
Pioneed DEH-780MP, 2 10' Memphis PR104D, Memphis PR500.1, TXC 6.1, MTX Thunder 8502
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Posted By: aceracer24
Date Posted: June 03, 2006 at 10:47 PM
Forgot, I plan to instal valet doors but I think almost all alarms have this already but just in case...
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1968 VW Beetle
Pioneed DEH-780MP, 2 10' Memphis PR104D, Memphis PR500.1, TXC 6.1, MTX Thunder 8502
Posted By: rjparker1
Date Posted: June 04, 2006 at 12:38 AM
I did the same research, I wanted a Viper alarm (directed, same company makes python). This alarm is sold at Circuit City and Best buy. Then this other shop, told me about compustar (model - 2W900FM-AS). Its around 600 bucks, but if you want a good paging alarm, remote start, with lots of options, and excellent range, then that is the one.
Even the Viper will be 500-600 depending on where you buy it. Of course, you can get cheaper versions, w/o remote start.. but if you are fixing up the vehicle, and looking to have the BEST in security, then you shouldn't waste time going cheap.
I spend over 3500 of my car, but I have a newer car, but same as you, I don't want it stolen and I want piece of mind know its right where I left it, and un-tampered.
That's my advice. Compustar. compustar.com. You can get a list of dealers in your are on the website.
There isn't anything wrong with Viper, the place I took ot to, told me Compustar was better.. never heard of them before that, but its been installed for 3 months, and I really like the alarm.
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Richard Parker
Posted By: aceracer24
Date Posted: June 04, 2006 at 12:42 AM
THanks for replying. I looked at the viper and clifford and everything else made by DEI. Seems they are all about the same. I've seen some stuff on th one you mentioned. I also looked at the Commander FM870...guess I was hoping to find a more bang for the buck response :) I'll look more into the one you mentioned. I know there are some good deals in "other" places for that particular brand.
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1968 VW Beetle
Pioneed DEH-780MP, 2 10' Memphis PR104D, Memphis PR500.1, TXC 6.1, MTX Thunder 8502
Posted By: mrcllusb
Date Posted: June 04, 2006 at 12:55 AM
DEI and Compustart are about the main 2 that people are going with.Compustar has grown tremendously lately.Alot of people like myself go with DEI cause they've been around for awhile and everywhere you go shops install there product and or have alot of knowledge about them..I personally went with a clifford model(arrow 3).Gave me everything i needed,plus it's upgradeable to all the current extra features..
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"ole blake"
Posted By: aceracer24
Date Posted: June 04, 2006 at 12:57 AM
just noticed compustar has the new SS tech in it. Clifford hasn't released their version yet. Heh very pricing though :) Not sure i need all of that but damn it looks nice.
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1968 VW Beetle
Pioneed DEH-780MP, 2 10' Memphis PR104D, Memphis PR500.1, TXC 6.1, MTX Thunder 8502
Posted By: aceracer24
Date Posted: June 04, 2006 at 1:46 AM
Well against my better judgment I ordered a new Compustar 2WSS-AS. WAY more alarm then I need right now but I suppose in the future it will be great. Thanks rjparker1 for the suggestion.
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1968 VW Beetle
Pioneed DEH-780MP, 2 10' Memphis PR104D, Memphis PR500.1, TXC 6.1, MTX Thunder 8502
Posted By: mrcllusb
Date Posted: June 04, 2006 at 3:48 AM
Better to have more now then not enough later..
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"ole blake"
Posted By: aceracer24
Date Posted: June 04, 2006 at 2:37 PM
I traded down from the 2WSS-AS to the 2W900FM-AS. Call me a fashion freak but the 2W900FM remote looks tons better. Sure I'll loose some distance but I am rarely ever that far from my car unless it's parked in my garage and then 1.5 miles won't be enough. I just don't like the looks of the remote on the 2WSS model. It looks like a cell phone from the early 90's on a tad smaller lol. Basically other then the range, these 2 alarms are pretty much the same right?
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1968 VW Beetle
Pioneed DEH-780MP, 2 10' Memphis PR104D, Memphis PR500.1, TXC 6.1, MTX Thunder 8502
Posted By: flatland2d
Date Posted: June 06, 2006 at 12:32 AM
Pretty much. I was in the same boat as you (2WSS vs. 2W900FM) and opted for the 900FM instead. From countless hours scouring the internet I've found there is some difference in range but not much (with the SS having a slight edge). The 2WSS apparently has a very slow response (I think it's due in part to the technology it uses) and can sometimes take a few seconds to unlock after pressing the key. Slight increase in range isn't worth the frustration. Not to mention that horrible looking remote. Hard to believe they come from the same company, with the 900FM looking so much better. Can't wait till mine comes in on Thursday. Also, the 900FM is about $50 cheaper AND you get a second 1-way remote.
Posted By: aceracer24
Date Posted: June 06, 2006 at 8:44 AM
You hit the nail on the head. I heard about the slow reaction time for the 2WSS and sounded like they made things better on the 2W900FM accordingly. I'd rather have faster reaction and a better looking remote plus like you said the second remote then have longer distance and frustration.
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1968 VW Beetle
Pioneed DEH-780MP, 2 10' Memphis PR104D, Memphis PR500.1, TXC 6.1, MTX Thunder 8502
Posted By: Velocity Motors
Date Posted: June 06, 2006 at 8:55 AM
The Canadian version of the 900FM systems have approx 5000 feet of range. Much better than the US version of the same system. Thanks to FCC you guys don't have the better range units  ------------- Jeff
Velocity Custom Home Theater
Mobile Audio/Video Specialist
Morden, Manitoba CANADA
Posted By: aceracer24
Date Posted: June 06, 2006 at 12:54 PM
lol thanks Jeff just what I wanted to hear...now just curious but what would happen if I happen to get a hold of a Canadian version? Ebay sales you never really know what your getting if you know what I mean.
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1968 VW Beetle
Pioneed DEH-780MP, 2 10' Memphis PR104D, Memphis PR500.1, TXC 6.1, MTX Thunder 8502
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