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Old Feb 17, 2004 | 06:13 PM
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Alarm/remote start

Anyone encountered an alarm/remote start system that is better than another one? Thanks.

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Old Feb 17, 2004 | 07:39 PM
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Well, Ford's SUCKS, we've had nothing but trouble with the ones we've installed, and they're expensive. I have yet to find a PERFECT one, but ProStart has given us the fewest problems.
 
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Old Feb 17, 2004 | 11:39 PM
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Any system by Directed Electronics will be better than most out there. There web site is http://www.directed.com/

I have the Hornet 554T system in my Mustang and it works fine. The two-way remote is crap though. They have some new systems out now though that are even better. http://www.sounddomain.com has some really good discussions on auto security.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2004 | 03:29 AM
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Attempted the Ford remote, but the '04 electronics doesn't quite correspond with the out of date remote starter module. Went with a unit by AutoPage and it works flawless. Has alot of options availible on it. I would reccomend this unit to anyone.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2004 | 02:43 PM
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Remote starters and alarm systems are only as good as the installation.

I have remote starts on all my vehicles. AstroStart, CrimeStoppers, Viper, etc. All work very well. I prefer the AstroStart. Make sure the remote start you purchase is compatible with the encoded Ford key system.
 
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