Alarms

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I'm looking for some recommendations on aftermarket alarms. I've seen Sidewinder and Clifford mentioned. I want one which can be ordered with the wiring harness that plugs directly in the truck's wiring. I want one that ties in with the factory instrument panel indicator instead of a separate LED. I did some looking on the internet, and some systems seem way overkill on features. I just want a reasonably priced qualility system that's effective and easy to operate, with keyless entry of course.

Thanks everyone,

Vaughn

 

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I really hate to say it (no, I mean really) but you might want to check with your local Dodge dealer. The EVS II looks like a fairly good system, plugs into factory wiring, etc and is reasonable priced. I don't have it personally (yet) but it did look good to me. If you still want to go aftermarket, Clifford is a good bet, but I haven't found a system from them that has the features I want. My two cents and some change.

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'99 2500 4X4 QC/LB Blue Box, 14cm2 housing, RS9000's, VelvetRide, Line-X, M/T w/Goodyear 305/70s, boost/EGT/transmission temp, transmission pressure, AMSOIL throughout, BD valve body/TC/PressureLoc, Bosch 275 injectors

 

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Cryppie,
I'm considering the EVS II, but after reading this thread . . .
https://www.turbodieselregister.com/ubb/Forum3/HTML/000338.html

. . . I'm having second thoughts. Looks like it's a little weak in the "quality" dept.

Vaughn

 

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I can highly recommend the Sidewinder or the Viper... both of which are from DEI (Directed Electronics Inc. )... . I have had their remote start units in my last two vehicles and have had no problems with them... the first one I had (not remote start) was still working perfectly after 7 years ! I have had Clifford Alarms as well... I had problems with them (lots of falsing) but that was also 5 or 6 years ago... they may be better now !

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2000 2500HD QUADCAB CUMMINS, AUTO WITH 3. 54'S,LB,4x4,ALL OPTIONS MINUS LEATHER,UWS DP TOOL BOX,SPORTMASTER CUSTOM MADE SOFT TONNEAU,CARR STEP, VENTVISOR, PATRIOT BLUE/DRIFTWOOD

 

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I have a Clifford Intelliguard 7000 and I've been happy with it. At least for the last 5 months I've owned it. Lots of features and lots of expandability.

Unfortunately it doesn't really fit your requirements. It has it's own LED that my installer put in the dash. It also includes a two button "switch" for programming, also installed in the dash. They fit well where the place installed them and look to me as good as a factory job.

I do have falsing problems at work but that has more to do with the fact that I work at the end of a runway with commercial and military jets taking off all the time. Can't fault it there. I have NOT had any falsing problems at home. It also has some anti-falsing smarts but I disabled that feature and still haven't had any falsing problems in "normal" environments.

Another drawback, Clifford practically requires that the system be installed by one of their authorized dealers. If not, no warranty.

Feel free to drop me a note if you have any more questions about the 7000 that you think I can help with.

Gary


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2k Dodge Ram 2500 QC, Cummins 24v Diesel, 5-Speed Manual, SLT, 4x4, Full-Length Bed with Spray-On Ultimate Lining, soon to be Xenon fender flares

 

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I haven't had a single problem with my EVS II alarm system. I have it setup for manual arm/disarm. It has worked flawlessly. I like the fact that the EVS II is a modular unit, plugging into the existing wiring harness... nothing scabbed in. Another feature I like about the EVS II is the ability to change the alarm parameters through the remote (not having to remove the computer module to effect change as with all my previous alarms). One point I would like to point out Vaughn; the EVS II will NOT illuminate the OE "alarm" light within the instrument panel. The red warning LED is also a button which acts as a valet switch (if the system is NOT armed). Another plus to the EVS II system is the extended warranty coverage you receive on it if it was installed at the time of vehicle purchase by your Dodge dealer (5 years/100,000 mi. in my case). If I had it to do all over again, I'd still go with the EVS II!

In the past I have had excellant results with Ungo, Alpine and Clifford alarm systems. I have had an alarm system on every vehicle I've owned since 1979.

Congratulations on your new Ram Vaughn!

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'98. 5 2500 QC 4x4, (BLACK) SLT Sport, ISB, LWB, 3. 54 LSD, A/T, Glasstite Vision II canopy, Line-X bed liner, 285/75R16 BFG A/Ts on 16x8 M/T Challengers, Warn 4X Boards, Mopar fender flares, front and rear NW Custom stainless steel/rubber mud flaps, Mag-Hytec diff. cover and trans. pan, Edelbrock IAS shocks, Mopar tow hooks, Jordan Research Ultima 2020 trailer brake controller, VDO Vision gauges, PIAA Dual Sport 900 auxiliary lights and Super White bulbs, BD exhaust brake and TorqLoc, Prime-Loc fuel filter relocation kit, Bosch 275 hp. injectors, VA CPC, DD Boost Module, Banks Stinger wastegate actuator, "Scotty Air System", BLACK '00 valve cover, Hitco/Geno's exhaust blanket, Femco/Geno's EZ Drain oil pan plug, Banks Stinger 4" dia. stainless steel exhaust system, plus many other trick modifications

Coming Attractions: BD "Medium Stall" TC, BD valve body, BD PressureLoc, BD trick modified front pump assembly, '00 Sport headlights, '00 Sport grille (I'll squeeze it in somehow)

'00 Polaris 6x6

 

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I just ordered a new Ram with the factory alarm, is this the EVS2 you guys are talking about,or is the factory version a lesser alarm???????

 

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I had the EVS II on my 95 and my 97 and had no problems with it. It worked perfectly. My 99 has the full factory alarm system and is OK but I liked the EVS II better (factory alarm doesn't have shock sensors, like EVS)

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Rick G - Phoeniz, AZ
99 2500 QC LB 4X4 5-speed
3. 54 LSD
E-brake, ISSPRO Boost & EGT gauges (mounted pre-turbo)
285/75 16 BFG AT KO on AR Atlas
Hadley Air Horns (no more wimpy horns)
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2000 Hitchhiker II 33ft 5er triple slide

 

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ROCK KRIES, the optional factory alarm system is not the EVS II alarm system. The EVS II is a Mopar accessory purchased through your Dodge parts department. The optional factory ordered alarm does not have an impact sensor, the EVS II does.

 

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TKS, Looks like i will add the Mopar add on as soon as the truck arrives. You say it plugs into the factory harness which is great. If you did not order the factory alarm would the truck still have the wiring in place???