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jermasaurus · 10-07-2005, 07:22 PM

Hey. Been away for a while. Computer problems, motor problem. So the my computer is fixed, and the truck has a new motor.

Now I have an alarm and keyless entry I want to install and have a few questions.

First, does anyone know if the door lock system is a "positive trigger" or "reverse polarity"?

I guess thats the only real question i have. But can anyone post pictures of where they either installed the box or where they made most of the connections?
Should I just splice into the harness right by the junction block at the firewall?
Any tips? This is the one i am installing. http://www.crimestopper.com/index2.html
It was given to me, so thats my reasoning for the model I am using.

Thanks
-Jeremy

jermasaurus · 10-07-2005, 07:25 PM

I just realized the link doesnt bring you all the way there. The model # is the CS2003DC.

**AspecialZ** · 10-07-2005, 08:52 PM

First, never splice on the firewall, anyone can see what you did and make it an easy target to disappear (the truck I mean). Always work under the dash.
Second, the locks are not reverse polarity(but the depends on your kit) A kit like Viper can be mounted either way. Also, if you are hooking up the remote start, be sure to set a 3.4 sec lapse on the starter otherwise you may flood the engine (I am taking a guess that it is not fuel injected) If it is, a simple 2.8/2.5 lapse will work fine. Good luck with your install.

Ogier · 10-07-2005, 09:28 PM

Using a car alarm is kinda like using a radar detector or a condom, You just know when your about to get screwed.

Why bother with an alarm when no one pays attention to them anymore. When I was a kid, we used to go set them off in the local mall parking lot for fun(Yes, Medford really is that boring a place to live).

hotrodhomi · 10-07-2005, 10:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ogier

Using a car alarm is kinda like using a radar detector or a condom, You just know when your about to get screwed.

Why bother with an alarm when no one pays attention to them anymore. When I was a kid, we used to go set them off in the local mall parking lot for fun(Yes, Medford really is that boring a place to live).

because it wakes you up when you need to bash some heads. I had an alarm on my car for years.. it stopped working and less than a week later I was buying a new window and stereo. I could see were my car was parked from my bedrrom...less that 20 feet away.

cliffsta · 10-08-2005, 01:59 AM

Ugh...

I started a thread about this a few months ago... my conclusion? You must know your wiring harness inside and out, and not be afraid to perform surgery on it. Personally, I am not man enough to hack into a facotry wiring harness.

I suggest you take it to a reputable shop to have it done, or seriously study up on the wiring harness.

jermasaurus · 10-08-2005, 05:34 PM

On second thought, maybe I will just get a system that only has keyless entry. I am not really worried about the alarm I just want the convenience of unlocking my doors with the push of a button.

I don't have any wiring diagrams besides what the haynes maual has and thats not much.

Is there a good source online somewhere without paying?

-Jeremy

10-07-2005, 07:22 PM	#1
jermasaurus Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: New Lenox, IL Posts: 442	Alarm/keyless entry questions Hey. Been away for a while. Computer problems, motor problem. So the my computer is fixed, and the truck has a new motor. Now I have an alarm and keyless entry I want to install and have a few questions. First, does anyone know if the door lock system is a "positive trigger" or "reverse polarity"? I guess thats the only real question i have. But can anyone post pictures of where they either installed the box or where they made most of the connections? Should I just splice into the harness right by the junction block at the firewall? Any tips? This is the one i am installing. http://www.crimestopper.com/index2.html It was given to me, so thats my reasoning for the model I am using. Thanks -Jeremy

10-07-2005, 08:52 PM	#3
AspecialZ Street Rod Restoration Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Wellsburg, WV Posts: 882	2 tips or 2 cents First, never splice on the firewall, anyone can see what you did and make it an easy target to disappear (the truck I mean). Always work under the dash. Second, the locks are not reverse polarity(but the depends on your kit) A kit like Viper can be mounted either way. Also, if you are hooking up the remote start, be sure to set a 3.4 sec lapse on the starter otherwise you may flood the engine (I am taking a guess that it is not fuel injected) If it is, a simple 2.8/2.5 lapse will work fine. Good luck with your install. __________________ Follow me on Instagram @ hot_rod_shop

10-07-2005, 09:28 PM	#4
Ogier Chopper/Painter Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Medford, Or. Posts: 284	Using a car alarm is kinda like using a radar detector or a condom, You just know when your about to get screwed. Why bother with an alarm when no one pays attention to them anymore. When I was a kid, we used to go set them off in the local mall parking lot for fun(Yes, Medford really is that boring a place to live). __________________ With regards, Ogier 1969 Chevrolet C20 - Resto-Custom started!!!

10-08-2005, 01:59 AM	#6
cliffsta Stepsides RULE Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Pineville, LA Posts: 1,921	Ugh... I started a thread about this a few months ago... my conclusion? You must know your wiring harness inside and out, and not be afraid to perform surgery on it. Personally, I am not man enough to hack into a facotry wiring harness. I suggest you take it to a reputable shop to have it done, or seriously study up on the wiring harness. __________________ 1981 Chevy C10 Custom Deluxe Stepside 350 V8, headers, side exhausts, 3-speed auto SOLD 1980 Chevy C10 Custum Deluxe Stepside 305 V8, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Edelbrock 1406 600CFM 4-barrel, TH350C. Bent rod. SOLD 1984 GMC Sierra Classic Longbed 6.2L Diesel SOLD 2009 Kawasaki KLX-250S too many mods for this signature 1999 Honda Accord EX 4-cylinder, 17" Motegi Wheels 215/45/17 Sumitomo tires, Tein S-Tech lowering springs, KYB GR2 shocks, Acura TL 20mm rear swaybar, debadged, blackhoused headlights, Short-Ram Intake Cardomain of the Accord

10-07-2005, 07:25 PM	#2
jermasaurus Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: New Lenox, IL Posts: 442	I just realized the link doesnt bring you all the way there. The model # is the CS2003DC.

10-08-2005, 05:34 PM	#7
jermasaurus Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: New Lenox, IL Posts: 442	On second thought, maybe I will just get a system that only has keyless entry. I am not really worried about the alarm I just want the convenience of unlocking my doors with the push of a button. I don't have any wiring diagrams besides what the haynes maual has and thats not much. Is there a good source online somewhere without paying? -Jeremy



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