HuffDaddy Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 Okay it is getting chilly and I need a remote start but I am curious which gives the best bang for the buck: I care that it functions properly and gets decent range, beyond that I need nothing but a deal. No alarm, no keyless entry etc. My buddy has installed two different brands (kind you buy at wal-mart Target etc.) I think one was a Bulldog brand and he had troubles with both. Any insight is greatly appreciated. Oh yeah one more thing, if you have a suggestion please let me know where I can get one for a decent price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regal_GS_1989 Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 If you want to have good range, then your absolute best bet is a 2 way, FM unit. With that said, if you can see your car from where you will normally be using this remote, then a long range one way unit would do. As for brands, DEI (Viper, python etc...) and Staub (Compustar, Nustart etc...) are generally pretty good, and have pretty decent warranties. I have had compustar and never had any complaints and always have gotten close to the advertised range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1990lumina Posted November 6, 2008 Report Share Posted November 6, 2008 My one way starter in my Lumina has crazy range on it - very impressed - better range then one lower model two way units. My favorite part is the key fob is very small but it still has better range. It's an old UNGO RK1 (made by DEI), never had an issue with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuffDaddy Posted November 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 12, 2008 Thanks! Now where is the best place to get one for a decent price?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1990lumina Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 Where are you located? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuffDaddy Posted November 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 I am east of Flint Michigan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timm Posted November 15, 2008 Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 STAY AWAY FROM BULL DOG! I had 2 of them, BOTH went up in smoke. The first one lasted 4 months, then it started to start my car randomly. Next thing I know, I'm driving and it TRIES STARTING MY CAR! I didn't hear it until I came to a stop light, and saw the smoke coming from my foot well. *Reaches under foot well and rips out* Then I installed another. it started to go crazy (Try starting engine, while its running.) the 3rd day it was in. Luckily it did this while I was still in my driveway. SO, I disconnected the remote start fuses and relays, and decided to use it as a key less entry only. Then while on the on ramp, it decides to go CRAZY with my door locks!??! The first remote starter messed up my starter, and now it squeals and chirps whenever I first start the car... Don't shy away from the remote starter idea, just STAY AWAY FROM BULL DOG! I will be getting another remote starter soon. (non bull dog). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuffDaddy Posted November 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2008 Thanks for the advice, after hearing my buddy's horror story about the ones he installed i was so desperate for one I almost chalked his issues up to instillation error and bought one anyways (they are the only ones I can find for a decent price) but after hearing yours I will stay away from bulldog. Now I just need to find a good standalone unit for a decent price ( I have no p/w or p/l). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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