Shock Sensor.Com

[Old Mopar Guy]

Anyone using these? They are advertised as plug n play. Just curious on how involved the installation is. Thanks
http://addshocksensor.com/products.html

 

[Piening2150]

Wouldn't count on it actually being 'plug & play'

Tools required for installation*

Wire cutter (for sure)
Wire crimper (maybe it depends on the vehicle) Screwdriver (maybe it depends on the vehicle)

 

[Old Mopar Guy]

I guess plug n play was a little optimistic but crimpers and a screw driver aren’t too complicated. I guess I’m asking if it’s a pita to access what needs to be spliced into? Getting under the dash can be a serious pita for us older, somewhat portly types.

 

[Piening2150]

That I couldn't say. I just wouldn't be keen to cut up my factory wiring to add it. Shock sensors were always hit or miss when I installed alarms (granted, that was over 20 years ago). Since this just activates the factory alarm, there won't be a 2 stage trigger (warning chirps for smaller vibrations, full alarm for harder hits), so once you have it adjusted to be sensitive enough to detect a blow to the car, it'll probably be triggered by every passing car or bike with a loud exhaust. YMMV.

 

[Old Mopar Guy]

“it'll probably be triggered by every passing car or bike with a loud exhaust. YMMV.”

I was wondering about that.

 

[Magnified]

Don't these cars already have an impact sensor as part of the alarm system? Some cheapo "tear up your harness" add on would not be the way I would go. Love the "we have a youtube video that shows you how to do it!"

 

[Piening2150]

I tried watching a couple of their videos for a Jeep and Challenger 'install' videos and it showed absolutely nothing besides 'look, I hit the car and now the alarm goes off'.

 

[Old Mopar Guy]

I tried watching a couple of their videos for a Jeep and Challenger 'install' videos and it showed absolutely nothing besides 'look, I hit the car and now the alarm goes off'.

Agreed. Vids are crap.