GoHuskers

We all know Lexus Remote Starter sucks....and expensive. Who has After-Market remote starter?

What branch?
1-way or 2-way
Will your engine shut off when you open the door?
Do you need to have a spare FOB in the car ALL THE TIME?

Thanks.

bradtopp

I have known a handful of people who have gotten aftermarket Remote Starters installed and after a few years regretted it. The process used to install the aftermarket remote starts require wire splicing/tapping into some fairly critical wires. If not done perfectly issues arise over time. Some require that you "hide" a key in your car to make it operate. All of these things are prone to failure over time. I would stay OEM or forget it all together if it was me.

Just my $.02.

yardie876

I have viper smart start on my GS and it works pretty good. I can start it from my phone whenever, wherever. I also have the option to use the keyfob to start the car, just like the factory system. The DB-ALL module gives you functionality just like the factory system and the smart start module adds the phone connectivity. If you want a larger range with just a fob you'll have to get a dedicated remote though.

Eppieguy

I have the same, works great but it does still shut off when you open the door. I've had it 2+ years with no issues.

tecman

We have options to override the navigation problem with the truck in motion. I am surprised that there are no aftermarket options to accomplish the door shut off. Maybe there is a liability issue?

Eppieguy

I am told safety issue since our wheel doesn't lock like cars that have a key, a thief can get in and drive away.

GoHuskers

There is NO WIRES SLICING anymore.....There is either PKALL or DBALL module that makes things lots easier and safer...

Dealer quoted $450 for an AVITAL 2-way LCD or $350 one way 1 button.....Will see how that goes later.

bradtopp

Yes, there is absolutely wire splicing. You will get the standard Viper modules, and those must be spliced into the vehicle specific wiring harnesses that Viper (if you go with their solution) will provide. You can go to Viper's Website or YouTube to see how they are installed.

Just one example:


I am not trying to argue with you about getting a remote start. It is your choice. Just make sure you hire someone reputable who will solder, and not just twist and tape.

PilotMike

The best method to join wires in a harness would be to use Molex connectors with crimp-on pins. Solder gets brittle over time. I've seen car electronics installers and I'm sure some of them are masters of their craft, most of them look like they are just out of high school shop class or on work release from prison. The last thing you want is to have to chase down electrical gremlins.

bradtopp

This can be true if the proper type of solder is not used. We already have soldered PCB's and terminators throughout our vehicle. The connectors you mentioned are absolutely better than the twist and tape method.