Intel Clutched April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 Guys, I am thinking of changing my alarm to 2 way type, budget under $300. I google awhile, the most common people recommend in other car forum is SPY alarm. But never say much about the pros and cons. Some talk very highly of them while some say the SPY alarm gone haywire or the remote spoil and warranty does not cover the remote. Anyone using this alarm? I see this SPY C1-808 look quite nice. Any bro using? Any feedback/review/complain on SPY 2 way alarm? Trying to find out more from those that are using before deciding. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gdspd08 2nd Gear April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 I'm using SPY LT-118. So far so good! SPY can buy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beehive3783 Turbocharged April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 Take note that the crank timing is FIXED and is not via sensing wire to your tachometer. This is very bad for cars that can crank up quickly, but I suppose it's fine for Subaru cars that take slightly longer to crank up the engine. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unfair 3rd Gear April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 Take note that the crank timing is FIXED and is not via sensing wire to your tachometer. This is very bad for cars that can crank up quickly, but I suppose it's fine for Subaru cars that take slightly longer to crank up the engine. Yeah, i also got a spy alarm with remote start. The timing used for cranking the system cannot be changed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Bear Turbocharged April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 Yeah, i also got a spy alarm with remote start. The timing used for cranking the system cannot be changed. i dunno but why would anyone want to remote start their car? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timex1441 1st Gear April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 i dunno but why would anyone want to remote start their car? it's a convenient (not essential) feature, i guess.....eg. u got a kid on stroller n some bags of shopping to load on a hot day....u can remote start the car, let the aircon cool the car while u wait under the shade (instead of doing a sauna in the car) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beehive3783 Turbocharged April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 i dunno but why would anyone want to remote start their car? To cool the car down first before you drive off? Especially useful for those who park in open areas. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intel Clutched April 7, 2011 Author Share April 7, 2011 Thanks guy. Guys when you all install did you ask whats the different functions for each model? Cos I see from ZMC website, all the features are the same. Only different model. Those on AAA battery how long can the batt last. On internal battery. How long can last also. Anyone keep track? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Bear Turbocharged April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 it's a convenient (not essential) feature, i guess.....eg. u got a kid on stroller n some bags of shopping to load on a hot day....u can remote start the car, let the aircon cool the car while u wait under the shade (instead of doing a sauna in the car) sounds reasonable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarzan666 2nd Gear April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 Im using it, Pro Can remote start Can alert u if car got knocked or tampered with Got feedback from the remote Con Im using AAA battery, lifespan is like 1month, i have to buy big pack of battery standby some in car & bag, in case batt flat. Even bus or car with noisy exhaust can activate short alarm. Remote bulky Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intel Clutched April 7, 2011 Author Share April 7, 2011 (edited) emmm ok. So any bro using another model with the rechargeable remote. Can last how long. For remote start, ya sound reasonable. Cos I don think I will always use the auto start also. Any more feed back? Edited April 7, 2011 by Intel Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cephas 3rd Gear April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 i dunno but why would anyone want to remote start their car? firstly to warm up the engine, secondly to cool the car interior. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premier_dettol Neutral Newbie April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 thanks thanks....will go check out ZMC Car alarms. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
S7rik3R Clutched April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 I'm using the build-in rechargeble battery remote model. It's a good brand just that will needs to charge the battery every single month without fail. If your alarm in ur car keeps giving off, then you will needs to recharge the remote more often. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mllcg 3rd Gear April 7, 2011 Share April 7, 2011 (edited) whats the range? 100m? Edited April 7, 2011 by Mllcg Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intel Clutched April 8, 2011 Author Share April 8, 2011 5000m open area as they claim. Bro for the recharging remote. can we do it at home or only using the car charger? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unfair 3rd Gear April 8, 2011 Share April 8, 2011 whats the range? 100m? I can check if i lock my car from the 14th floor hdb when my car is parked at basement 2... Useful when you have moved a fair distance away and wanna check or if the alarm goes off, you also get informed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intel Clutched April 9, 2011 Author Share April 9, 2011 (edited) That's quite far bro. Good to hear that. Anyone know for the recharging remote. can we do it at home or only using the car charger? Edited April 9, 2011 by Intel ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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