Rhino ? Mongoose ? Car Alarm...

[bennjamin]

i would perfer the mongoose...
it better than rhino...

any reviews here of the M24 or M25 ?

[euro69]

M24:# FEATURES
# Two 2 Button Remote Control
# Rolling Code & Code Learning
# Remote Panic
# Bonnet, Boot and Door Protection
# Built-in engine immobiliser
# 2nd immobiliser optional
# 2 Stage Shock Sensor
# Electronic Siren
# Built-in central locking relays
# Vehicle lights on warning
# Security Re-arm (and re-lock)
# Override Switch
# Dash Mounted LED
# Indicator Confirmation
# Chirp Confirmation
# 3 year product warranty
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES:
# Ignition Safety Door Lock (If Central Door Locking is connected)
# Automatic(last door)arming
# Central Locking Pulse Length
SENSOR OPTIONS:
# Microwave sensor
# Ultrasonic sensor
# Electronic self-leveling tilt sensor
# PIR sensor
# Glass break sensor

M25:Features;
# Automatic three circuit engine immobiliser
# All black wiring
# 4 digit PIN coded override
# 2 Proximity transponder tags (Up to 4 tags may be used)
# Dash mounted LED
# Loop receiver antenna
# Audible confirmation

[VTECACCORD]

Ben get a Mongoose M80G, get it installed by a professional, or do it yourself.

I'm sure you are capable of getting it in.

[LEVIN GTV]

Go with Viper much better alarm

[VTECACCORD]

What makes viper so much better ?

Is it the lack of all black wiring ?
The non standard compliance to aussie standards, which insurance often requires ?
The unsafe remote start feature ?
The warning system which only works if your with ear shot of the car ?
The remote batteries that need to be replaced frequently ?
The single point of immobilisation ?
The non-battery back up siren ?
Or is it the huge price tag ?

[Sp00ny]

What makes viper so much better ?

Is it the lack of all black wiring ?
The non standard compliance to aussie standards, which insurance often requires ?
The unsafe remote start feature ?
The warning system which only works if your with ear shot of the car ?
The remote batteries that need to be replaced frequently ?
The single point of immobilisation ?
The non-battery back up siren ?
Or is it the huge price tag ?

Couldn't of said it better myself. I would go with Vision/Rhino/Mongoose expessially the new rhino alarm with built in GSM SMS communication. Much more reliable and useful than a traditional RF 2-Way system.

Viper have alot of wank factor features though, good if you don't care if your car is stolen but want auto-everything.

Although alot of it comes down to the installation. Positioning, Custom Kill Switches, How the steering covers etc are secured. You can have a very average alarm and still have a very secure car if you want to spend a few days on the installation. Also if you get it installed...don't expect it to protect anything. The majority of Auto Elec's don't care about your car's security, they rush the installation and don't worry about positioning. However, they need to make money for a living so you can't expect them too.

For eg. Why would anyone put the Alarms ECU under the dash, steering column or kick panel....that's where the theif is going to be tampering to begin with. Although I can understand its a simple position...it's a risky one. Also having the siren in direct sight in the bonnet at which point it can be tampered with in a matter of under 10 seconds...

Keep it Simple, Install it Hard. You've got time....They Don't

[STOCK]

Couldn't of said it better myself. I would go with Vision/Rhino/Mongoose expessially the new rhino alarm with built in GSM SMS communication. Much more reliable and useful than a traditional RF 2-Way system.

Viper have alot of wank factor features though, good if you don't care if your car is stolen but want auto-everything.

Although alot of it comes down to the installation. Positioning, Custom Kill Switches, How the steering covers etc are secured. You can have a very average alarm and still have a very secure car if you want to spend a few days on the installation. Also if you get it installed...don't expect it to protect anything. The majority of Auto Elec's don't care about your car's security, they rush the installation and don't worry about positioning. However, they need to make money for a living so you can't expect them too.

For eg. Why would anyone put the Alarms ECU under the dash, steering column or kick panel....that's where the theif is going to be tampering to begin with. Although I can understand its a simple position...it's a risky one. Also having the siren in direct sight in the bonnet at which point it can be tampered with in a matter of under 10 seconds...

Keep it Simple, Install it Hard. You've got time....They Don't

Agreed, its only as good as the install!

That being said though, rules out the possiblility of most DIY getting a good job done anyhow. Speak to the installer yourself and ask exactly how the installation will be completed, not the guy selling the alarm system =)

[Dxs]

yeah viper is all a big name.. way over priced compaired to the rest

i wont say what i have
but i am sure that if you get a good brand with good features you shouldnt go wrong

[EGB18CT]

i just got a rhino rav2 insurance complied, plus piezo in cabin siren, dual microwave sensor, tilt sensor, and it has all the built in features like glass break, dual stage shock, 3pt immo..... all this fro 310 delivered from caraudiowarehouse.com.... (he made a bo bo on the price!) anyway its australian made in sydney and aparently its the same quality as the mongoose but like 30-50bux cheaper (without sensors) see how it goes once i install it.

[vtag]

Is it worth getting a 2 way tranceiver such as Viper 5000 alarm?

Apart from the downside that..

it doesn't have black wiring..
Batteries run out easily...
No Window Sensor...

Is there any other pros to choose a Mongoose over a Viper?

[ICACHA]

hey guyz just curious what brand you guys prefer for a car alarm...

rhino or mongoose...?

i'm undecided...

and also if anyone knows a place that installs alarm for a reasonable price and quality install...

since we're talking about alarms and animals, i say stuff the above and go for DOBERMAN. They dont eat much and can bully people around if provoked, bonus is they're fast and have very large fangs

[punjabiz]

i recon u shud get those new 2 way alarms... they are cool!!!...
but ye i got mongoose m60s installed by autobarn...i think it cost me like 310....