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Scotty
Dodge Dakota
11/17/2001
16:34:04
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 Subject: Rattler alarms good or not?
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dudes and duddettes,
i'm considering on getting a Rattler 250 as my alarm with the OEM remote unlock and locking remote system. would that be a good choice? i'm basically looking for something that would go off when someone opens the door or sits on my truck. Circuit City is asking $160 installed...... all help is needed!!!
mahalo,
Scotty
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CW
GenIII
11/17/2001
17:56:10
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I have the factory security alarm and will add the motion sensor from mopar accessories, when money gets better, easy way to go. Thought people should know it exists. It goes off, if the hood is opened, the door or if there is to much vibration like breaking a window.
2001 4.7 5sp RC 3.91 sport plus
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DarkFury
Dodge Dakota
11/17/2001
23:05:19
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Rattlers are "OK", but for the money I would go with a Viper from Circuit City...
Remember... you get what you pay for sometimes...
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2THEXTRM
Dodge Dakota
11/17/2001
23:08:40
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Never heard of Rattler Alarm Systems before, maybe it is a division of Viper Alarms? Either way, make sure the system allows protection for multiple entry points without costly add-ons or external relays to do so(some installs will require extra relays regardless of "on-board" relays, especially for factory keyless entry integration where the installer will often need to destroy one of your factory remotes by taking it apart to set-up the new alarm). Current sensing works well(if your battery is in good health) and is easiest to install while being nice to your wallet for labor/material costs. Hard wiring pins or sensors at each entry point are more reliable, but can become costly if you are on a budget. Perimeter alarms or external motion detectors can be expensive and a pain in the ^%$ if someone parks within the field of protection, or you park to close to an object, alarm will continually go off and reset it self until your battery is dead or someone calls the police due to noise disturbance:( Vehicle Impact or Motion Sensors that detect vehicle vibration or movement are the most effective and if set properly are the most public friendly way of scaring off the bad guys who want to steal our hard-earned money. Alotta times, the simple blinking LED mounted in plain sight is enough to keep the average thief at bay, on the other hand, a "professional" will only delight in your blinking LED at the challange of how fast the alarm can be disarmed before theft of your property. I am almost outta breath...Hope this long response is helpful in some way:)
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CW
GenIII
11/18/2001
17:03:48
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Did some research found the sensor on the net.
http://www.mopar.com/m_acc_cat_part.jsp
2001 4.7 5sp RC 3.91 sport plus
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DeaPee
Dodge Dakota
11/18/2001
17:52:08
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Rattler and Viper are both made from the same company called DEI (Directed Electronics Incorporated).
I have the rattler in my 01 Dakota. It works great. Make sure they cut the black wire that makes the alarm 17 decibels higher (they'll know what you mean).
Just so you know, I have no "costly add-on sensors" and my alarm goes off if I kick a tire, tap the front end of the truck with my finger, and even if I open the tailgate (gets annoying when I try to get something out of it at 1 in the morning and didn't bring my keys -- the neighbors like that). Just turn the sensitivity control up a little higher than factory.
I've had mine in for 5 months now and I think it was $200 well spent.
- Dave
- 01 RC SLT 4x4 3.9 BLACK
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MsMaui4eva
Dodge Dakota
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12/13/2002
00:01:59
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I just purchased The Rattler 300 for my 1997 Mitsubishi Galant and I think its great and 200.00 very well spent. I am planning on getting one for my daughter's car for christmas.
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Aron Varvel
Dodge Dakota
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11/09/2008
13:01:47
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I am trying to find out how to reset the factory secuity system in a 1997 dodge dakota pickup. any help would be great.
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