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Old Aug 27, 2007 | 08:52 PM
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Does anyone use an aftermarket alarm?

I see threads talking about if an aftermarket alarm should be bought or not, well, does anyone have an aftermarket alarm on the mcs? I have a clifford alarm that I was going to install, but re-thinking it. Who and which brand alarm do you have?
 
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Old Aug 31, 2007 | 02:36 AM
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So, I guess no one has an aftermartket alarm on their coopers? Thinking if I should sell my alarm now.hmmmm.... Any suggestions? SHould I keep it or sell it?
 
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Old Oct 3, 2007 | 02:13 PM
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I am getting the one from the factory - i was going to go with the dealer install but one MA suggested that getting a factory one is cheaper O.O
 
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Old Oct 4, 2007 | 08:54 AM
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Yes if I were you Id sell it and purchase the OEM type. It is easy to install it yourself, but it needs to be programmed by the dealer.
 
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Old Oct 4, 2007 | 03:06 PM
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the electroinics in these cars are pretty tricky. i would prefer a OEM alarm. and like DJAM said it is easy to DIY.
 
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Old Oct 7, 2007 | 02:16 PM
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I'm anxious to see just how sensitive the OEM alarm really is... I commute to mexico quite a bit, so having an alarm has saved my car more than once
 
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Old Oct 7, 2007 | 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by war6763
I'm anxious to see just how sensitive the OEM alarm really is... I commute to mexico quite a bit, so having an alarm has saved my car more than once
OEM alarm will sound if doors, hatch and engine hood are open. Movement inside and been jack (like towing and stealing wheels will sound, too).
 
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