viper alarms are the only ones im aware of that do remote start (the only decent one) not cheap.. cost you 1k+ installed..
put a switch for fuel pump and ignition straight to constant.. and the engine start button will be the starter motor.. (set up like a turbo timer) but then you still have the problem with the steering lock..
how about.....Stick your key in the hole that is already, conveniently there..... ............then turn it.
i just saw today.. at autobarn there is a racing setup for push button start... 2 switches, ignition and fuel pump.. once they are flicked.. push the start button (no need for a key) <-- stupid?
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/DIN-SIZE-CAR...ms=66:2|65:1|39:1|240:1318|301:0|293:1|294:50 thanks directzx... lol i dont know, maybe in a track car it would be cool but how much effort is going tto go into making this work. not worth it just to not have to turn the key.... lazy humans! in saying that, if anyone can get it working well and its easy to do then i may do it... for the W A N K factor lol
I know this is an old post, but I thought people should know that ADR 25 governs the fitment of a Steering Lock. Thus removal of the lock will make your zed non ADR compliant, with all the ramifications as a result. Short version: You can fit the button, but you cannot remove the steering lock http://www.comlaw.gov.au/ComLaw/Leg...trument1.nsf/atticn_doc.gif?OpenImageResource
mum's renault laguna has push button start. the "key" is more of a card that you slide in then push the button to start it. but soon as you put the card in everything but the engine turns on, interior lights and all. its a bit of a pain in the arse really. i much prefer the click click fire action of the ol skool. however... remote start ftw!
I think the idea was adding the start button to a zed, not discussing cars that have it. I agree it's cool, but I don't think that making my car non ADR compliant is a good idea. If there was some way to replace the existing steering lock with something safe but electrical, (ie so it could be operated without a key), then I would add a proximity sensor or some sort. Basically it would have to be like the 370z before I seriously considered it.
as far as the steering lock a modified central locking solenoid should be able to take care of this wired in with the remote for an alarm. if done correctly should be able to set it to switch your ignition to on as well waiting for you to hit the start button. set it up with a timer module similar to our approved immobilisers or a turbo timer then it can kill a relay driving the ignition after a preset time so you can access the car but not have the ignition powered. not hard I believe even I could set this up in half a day or so.
Not a fan Not a fan of that idea, what happens if the solenoid fails or re-engages while you are driving ( OH F&$K NO STEERING ), Rather a mechanical operated lock, Just my 2c worth, Andy
I can see the reasoning here but how many people have had a central locking solenoid fail and lock the door on them while driving. failing while the steering is locked is a possibility but when we consider all the other electrical devices (thinking auto trannies fuel systems/pump controllers ptu's etc) in these cars that would be the least of my worries.
In practice works as follows In practice works as follows. Put key in steering wheel lock, turn to accessories instead of cranking the car over with the final turn of the key, you just hit the start button.
