[fazman]

Hi All,

I recently heard about this new remote start system which seems like it's a simple DIY. Has anyone else heard of this company or had experience with them???

Linky --> http://www.flashlogic.com/product/pr...product_id/169

It's getting close to winter and I'm interested in a remote starter this year, plus if I can DIY rather than paying some shop to do it... it would be even better cost/clean installation

- Faz

[Taran.J]

Sub'd. I'd like to know as well. I did something similar on my ML and GL where I double press my lock and they start automatically but it bypasses the factory CPU so it doesn't interfere with the cars electronics.

[fazman]

Well on the website they have install instructions too... it seems like you put your key in the car holder and do a special process with a module hooked into the car. Then once that process is done... you bring the module back into your home and connect to it online for the key cloning process (This way you don't need to "burn" a key)?

[kdbryce]

It doesn't really seem worth it to me. I had a remote start on a Lincoln aviator once and barely used it. Though you might use it more, the thought of an aftermarket device like this on an e9x just seems suspect to me

[thomas88162]

Remote starters usually end up taking their toll on the electrical systems on most cars (especially aftermarket ones). I really don't think it would be a good idea to compromise the electrical system of any car, let alone one that has as complex of one as ours. You can install one if you really want to, but know the risks.

[fazman]

Originally Posted by kdbryce

It doesn't really seem worth it to me. I had a remote start on a Lincoln aviator once and barely used it. Though you might use it more, the thought of an aftermarket device like this on an e9x just seems suspect to me

Originally Posted by thomas88162

Remote starters usually end up taking their toll on the electrical systems on most cars (especially aftermarket ones). I really don't think it would be a good idea to compromise the electrical system of any car, let alone one that has as complex of one as ours. You can install one if you really want to, but know the risks.

Both valid and good points, however, I have actually seen people near me with bimmers who have remote starters and they are fairly successful with them. I work in Tech and it's not really all that complicated to be honest. As more and more manufacturers have built in systems, aftermarket folks are having an easier time now. Especially with software update-able modules on the aftermarket side.

While europeans have anti idling laws, you have to believe that all those german car manf know that at some point there might be a law change or a geographical cultural difference in perception and the ability to retrofit/activate that hidden/hard to get to features do exist. MB has a way to connect to your car, BMW does as well (the newer F series will have 10 year standard tele-service, won't be hard to make an APP which can connect to that system to tell the car to do anything you want it to do). Just like Knight Rider, but without having to talk into a watch (unless Apple brings forth the iWatch modeled after that TV show )

[glachhman]

Food for thought, in nyc its illegal to leave the car idling with the key in the ignition unattended. A remote start is a good alternative.

[fazman]

Originally Posted by glachhman

Food for thought, in nyc its illegal to leave the car idling with the key in the ignition unattended. A remote start is a good alternative.

NJ has a 3 minute rule for idling. But i have never seen it enforced?

[shadowinstallz]

just did the install with the idatalink/flashlogic/omega unit, quick and easy No wires to cut, no extra key lost or hiding anywhere. Less than 15 minutes to install.

[fazman]

Originally Posted by shadowinstallz

just did the install with the idatalink/flashlogic/omega unit, quick and easy No wires to cut, no extra key lost or hiding anywhere. Less than 15 minutes to install. let me know if you are interested.

Did you install it yourself? I would like to see how this works. How much did the cost come out to... winter is here... so would be nice to get this soon.

- Faz

[shadowinstallz]

Yea install myself...but I've been doing installs for many years.....pretty straight forward if ur handy and have done remote starts/alarms prior,module costs roughly $700

[bmw325i]

Originally Posted by shadowinstallz

Yea install myself...but I've been doing installs for many years.....pretty straight forward if ur handy and have done remote starts/alarms prior,module costs roughly $700

You can install the viper 5904 with the kibmw and dlpk for half that price. Its not pnp but you only need to connect a few wires to the car. I wouldn't mind not needing to use my extra key for the remote start though.

[alexwhittemore]

Originally Posted by glachhman

Food for thought, in nyc its illegal to leave the car idling with the key in the ignition unattended. A remote start is a good alternative.

It also seems like an awful idea depending where you are. That said, you CAN start the car without the key (and I believe lock it from outside when you walk away).

Edit: Just looked at the link, looks like the same guys as iDatalink, who make systems that work with BMW and which have been referred to here before.
Edit: In fact, it looks like it might even be the same lineage of hardware.

http://www.idatalink.com/

[shadowinstallz]

Originally Posted by bmw325i

You can install the viper 5904 with the kibmw and dlpk for half that price. Its not pnp but you only need to connect a few wires to the car. I wouldn't mind not needing to use my extra key for the remote start though.

Yes, but your still losing a key with the kibmw., so in essense its probably cheaper...much less time for install and you don't have to lose a key with the idatalink/omega/flashlogic units,

[fazman]

Originally Posted by shadowinstallz

Yea install myself...but I've been doing installs for many years.....pretty straight forward if ur handy and have done remote starts/alarms prior,module costs roughly $700

Linky please to where i can order this and also get it working with my iphone? I'll attempt the install myself... But if it looks too hard can i swing by your place for some help?

[fazman]

Originally Posted by shadowinstallz

Linky please to where i can order this and also get it working with my iphone? I'll attempt the install myself... But if it looks too hard can i swing by your place for some help?

Shadowinstallz, where did u get the module from? Would you be willing to help me with my install (if i can't figure it out)?

- Faz

[shadowinstallz]

Originally Posted by fazman

Shadowinstallz, where did u get the module from? Would you be willing to help me with my install (if i can't figure it out)?

- Faz

pm me

[fazman]

Originally Posted by shadowinstallz

pm me

Thank you kind sir

[Dawick3don3]

You guys must have remotes with good range. I would do this but my remote sucks, I have to stand literally right next to the car to open it. The remote start would do nothing for me

[fazman]

Originally Posted by Dawick3don3

You guys must have remotes with good range. I would do this but my remote sucks, I have to stand literally right next to the car to open it. The remote start would do nothing for me

Looking to get this for my wife who always leaves her comfort access key in her purse.... I would expect that she would remote start from the iphone before leaving the home/office.

Now my wonderment is about... What if i have multiple vehicles with each having their own remote start + iphone support... Would she be able to choose which car to start??

Do they have a remote start over-ride/valet/mechanic mode so you can disable the remote start temporarily???

[bmw325i]

Originally Posted by fazman

Looking to get this for my wife who always leaves her comfort access key in her purse.... I would expect that she would remote start from the iphone before leaving the home/office.

Now my wonderment is about... What if i have multiple vehicles with each having their own remote start + iphone support... Would she be able to choose which car to start??

Do they have a remote start over-ride/valet/mechanic mode so you can disable the remote start temporarily???

I dont see why you couldn't add multiple vehicles on the app. To be safe you should install a hood pin, unless that module uses the stock one.

The range on the Viper 5904 is advertised as 1 mile. I have my antenna hidden and windows tinted which probably shorten the range a little bit.

[fazman]

Originally Posted by bmw325i

I dont see why you couldn't add multiple vehicles on the app. To be safe you should install a hood pin, unless that module uses the stock one.

The range on the Viper 5904 is advertised as 1 mile. I have my antenna hidden and windows tinted which probably shorten the range a little bit.

Hummm what would a hood pin do how would it provide safety (from what danger)??