Suggestions for an Alarm?

[Thumper]

I am looking for suggestions from forum members on what alarm system they have or recommend. What I want it to do is...

1. The basic function of an auto alarm - make a lot of noise if someone is trying to break into or steal my car.
2. Keyless entry - the alarm must include the power door lock conversion
3. The ability to also control the power windows (to be able to roll them up or down remotely)
4. I don't need the remote start function.

What have you done on yours?

Thanks,

Jeff

 

[JonM]

I used the Alpine SEC 150C in mine. Whatever you get make sure you get at least 3 Programmable EXT Outputs so you can add on the window modules, and any other functional modules you wish. I also added two more sirens (one up under the rear wheel well and another under the hood) for a total of three (just connect the extra sirens using a relay) when my alarm goes off, no one ignores it, and it actually can hurt your eardrums.

http://www.alpine-usa.com/html/D2_n_1_n_n.html

 

[Ken]

Thumper, how good are you at installing alarms, especially without an instruction sheet? The reason I ask is that I have a Raptor Security System that I took out of my Vette, but I do not have the instructions for installing it (I had it professionally installed when I bought it).

The system utilizes remote door locking/unlocking, has a siren alarm and has a anti-theft kill device as part of the kit. I forget what it cost me at the moment, but it was somewhere around $300. I'd be willing to let it go cheap, say $150 + shipping.

 

[Thumper]

Ken,

I am pretty handy at wiring things up, but instructions are pretty important for something like an alarm system. Do you have a URL for the manufacturer? I've found that some of the better ones have PDF files of their manuals. If we can track that info down, I might be interested in your alarm.

Jeff