Liquid_Squelch
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- 2011
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- Hemi 5.7L
I'm looking to add an alarm to my 2011 Big Horn that uses a RKE in the ignition instead of a regular key. (I think it is called the RKE) I would like to use the OEM keyfob to arm/disarm the alarm instead of having to put another module on the keyring - and most importantly - in my pockets!
I'm looking at Viper systems for now, but I am open to anything that will allow me to use the RAM RKE. (I personally hate the multi tone siren that viper has been using for years) I understand to use a viper, i will need the XpressKit and have it programmed for a 2011 RAM.
However, I need to have the perimeter sensor on it. I had a few 'youts' steal the valve stem covers on my truck. Fool me once...shame on me. I am also up in the air on a glass break sensor since I park on the street.
With that said, is there an alarm system that I can use?
And, are alarms still crazy insane to install, or does everything now interface into the Xpress Bus? If there is 1,000 wires and relays to tap into, I might as well let an authorized dealer install. But, if I can just hook up 12v and ground into the Xpress bus, i'll take the challenge myself.
Finally, if I am using the Xpress Bus with an alarm, do I lose the ability to have remote start from the Xpress Module?
Thanks for the help.
I'm looking at Viper systems for now, but I am open to anything that will allow me to use the RAM RKE. (I personally hate the multi tone siren that viper has been using for years) I understand to use a viper, i will need the XpressKit and have it programmed for a 2011 RAM.
However, I need to have the perimeter sensor on it. I had a few 'youts' steal the valve stem covers on my truck. Fool me once...shame on me. I am also up in the air on a glass break sensor since I park on the street.
With that said, is there an alarm system that I can use?
And, are alarms still crazy insane to install, or does everything now interface into the Xpress Bus? If there is 1,000 wires and relays to tap into, I might as well let an authorized dealer install. But, if I can just hook up 12v and ground into the Xpress bus, i'll take the challenge myself.
Finally, if I am using the Xpress Bus with an alarm, do I lose the ability to have remote start from the Xpress Module?
Thanks for the help.
as for the canbus these alarms don't interact with the factory alarm. The express kits (canbus kit) is made for easy install, you can add remote start and it wouldn't interfere with the aftermarket alarm. Pretty much they work in conjunction. But they have to be programed and it's a PITA. That's why I went with the add in alarm.
