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> Alarming, keeping the thieves at bay
porbmw
post Mar 30 2014, 03:47 PM
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Getting to the point of having a project car hit the road.

Don't want it to disappear....

Any views on good, basic theft alarms, with immobilizers.....

Thanks
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post Mar 30 2014, 04:55 PM
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Hidden switch to the positive side of the coil
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post Mar 30 2014, 06:21 PM
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QUOTE(bulitt @ Mar 30 2014, 06:55 PM) *

Hidden switch to the positive side of the coil



That is what I had on my 914 when I lived in apartments in late 70's. Cheap and easy to do.
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post Mar 30 2014, 06:22 PM
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What sort of switch would you use to do that ? What amp capacity on the switch?
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post Mar 30 2014, 06:25 PM
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i dont think a basic alarm is very effective these days but certainly better than nothing. Id be much more comfortable with some sort of gps tracing device
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post Mar 30 2014, 06:25 PM
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What sort of switch would you use to do that ? What amp capacity on the switch?



I use a basic toggle switch. Don't remember the amp capacity. Maybe an expert on this forum can help. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post Mar 30 2014, 06:56 PM
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I use a master kill switch on all my cars. But, in all reality if "they" want it bad enough they will get it. So I make sure all my toys/vehicles are properly insured.
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post Mar 30 2014, 07:57 PM
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Kill switches, fuel line locks, there are lots of things that you can do to detour amateurs. But if a pro wants your car they won’t slow them down.
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post Mar 30 2014, 08:18 PM
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Quick release steering wheel
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post Mar 30 2014, 08:20 PM
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The real question is which car is wrapping up? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Battery disconnect is easy and also discourages the magic smoke, but theres got to be a cool setup with GPS etc.
Cheers! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Mar 30 2014, 08:24 PM
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I like this too, plus you can work under the dash easier. Second, I like Hagerty's full coverage for the agreed amount. That way you don't get screwed twice.
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post Mar 30 2014, 10:20 PM
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QUOTE(speed metal army @ Mar 30 2014, 07:20 PM) *

The real question is which car is wrapping up? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Battery disconnect is easy and also discourages the magic smoke, but theres got to be a cool setup with GPS etc.
Cheers! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)



The answer to the real question is Porsche related...but NARP...(I have considered teeners to be real Porsches..so not a teener...) Will let you be the judge of whether it is worthy of an alarm...but will be a couple of months, at least. (the 6 is getting wet sanded, will get lids on etc, but won't see the road this year...just too many little details and an engine redo..
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Had forgotten about GPS...will look into that..my main goal is deterrence. Start with a Club, then a kill switch...and add an immobilizer, the latter is mainly for security, but also it gets a significant discount on insurance.

Will keep checking things out...any suggestions re preferred product are appreciated.
Thanks, all...
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post Mar 30 2014, 11:45 PM
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QUOTE(porbmw @ Mar 30 2014, 09:20 PM) *

QUOTE(speed metal army @ Mar 30 2014, 07:20 PM) *

The real question is which car is wrapping up? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) Battery disconnect is easy and also discourages the magic smoke, but theres got to be a cool setup with GPS etc.
Cheers! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)



The answer to the real question is Porsche related...but NARP...(I have considered teeners to be real Porsches..so not a teener...) Will let you be the judge of whether it is worthy of an alarm...but will be a couple of months, at least. (the 6 is getting wet sanded, will get lids on etc, but won't see the road this year...just too many little details and an engine redo..
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Had forgotten about GPS...will look into that..my main goal is deterrence. Start with a Club, then a kill switch...and add an immobilizer, the latter is mainly for security, but also it gets a significant discount on insurance.

Will keep checking things out...any suggestions re preferred product are appreciated.
Thanks, all...





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shot gun..... ...put a string attached to the back of car via a pulley--when they drive away, it will go off--puff! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

Kill switch to gas pump... is nice...
hidden of course
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post Mar 31 2014, 04:56 AM
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Wasn't there a Group Buy for Lojack?
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post Mar 31 2014, 04:57 AM
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Yes- Lojack GB Thread

297$
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post Mar 31 2014, 11:22 PM
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QUOTE(bulitt @ Mar 31 2014, 03:57 AM) *

Yes- Lojack GB Thread

297$



I'd forgotten about this service....not why....perhaps just losing touch....although I am kindof afraid it doesn't provide coverage up here in the Great White North.

Is a great idea...will give them a call, see if they care about us f'rners....
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post Apr 1 2014, 03:41 PM
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I would still like to see a cheap cell phone used with GPS tracking installed. Maybe do this myself some day.
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post Apr 1 2014, 09:33 PM
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A 901 transmission with a blank shift ball...LOL, thieves will never get it out of your garage.
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post Apr 1 2014, 10:05 PM
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A 901 transmission with a blank shift ball...LOL, thieves will never get it out of your garage.

Ha! Truly! Heaven help em if its a tail shifter! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
Cmon Paul! Spill it! What the mystery NARP?
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post Apr 1 2014, 10:26 PM
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QUOTE(speed metal army @ Apr 1 2014, 09:05 PM) *

QUOTE(computers4kids @ Apr 1 2014, 08:33 PM) *

A 901 transmission with a blank shift ball...LOL, thieves will never get it out of your garage.

Ha! Truly! Heaven help em if its a tail shifter! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
Cmon Paul! Spill it! What the mystery NARP?



Hey Speed.....Can't spill it....I already have no credibility regarding finishing projects....and am such a luddite I don't even know how to load photos....and photos would be needed to describe the project. I bought it a few years ago, with most of the work done...it will still be a 10 or 20 footer when I'm done, but it will at least be back on the road. It won't be show...it may be scoffed at....but probably won't be forgotten......

It puts a smile on my face when I take a look at it...will see if it gets your ridicule, or a smile...it won't compete with your teener, but is related in a couple of ways....

I'll see if I can make sure that you are the first world member (apart from Jake, who is doing the talent work on getting the thing tidied up_) to see it...and scorn me, if you feel like it.
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