The power upgrade thread

[ChinoCharles]

I know a ton of you have liftbacks with no power like myself. Everyone knows you can't put a $1500 sound system in a car with manual locks and no security system! Its SUICIDE!!! Time for a change.

I'm heading to Summit Racing right now. A1electric.com was cheap, but I want to be able to talk to a tech about the install before I do it. We will be installing power windows, power door locks, and a security system this week with some really in depth how-to's. All of the products I will be using come from Summit Racing and ship worldwide. This way everyone should have no trouble getting power in their Yarii!

Look for a how-to later tonight!

[msagowitz]

So approximately how much does that cost?

[ChinoCharles]

The goal is power windows, door locks and an alarm for $350-400. I think its feasible.

[ChinoCharles]

Just got back from Summit Racing. Its like Mecca.

Picked up a universal 2 door concealed power window kit from Vehicle Power Accessories for $145.

Link
http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?autofilter=1&part=VIA%2D80127C&N=700+115&autoview=sku

Picture
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Painless wiring makes things easy... switches light up and seem sturdy. The motors are what I'm excited about. These babies should go up and down pretty quick.

They didn't have a cable style power door lock kit in stock. However, they did have a really nice security system with a pager style alarm that I might get. Looks like the power door locks will come from a1electric after all. Either way, windows go in tomorrow night.

[Chris07LB]

Where da how-to??

[ChinoCharles]

Tomorrow night Chris... my partner in crime had an early morning tomorrow and I got back too late.

[Chris07LB]

Tomorrow night Chris... my partner in crime had an early morning tomorrow and I got back too late.

Well... alright. We will let this one slide! :wink:

[argylesocks]

Tomorrow night Chris... my partner in crime had an early morning tomorrow and I got back too late.

ok..its been a FULL week now... quick dickin around and get to work :)

[ChinoCharles]

HAHA its been sitting in my backseat for a week. Its killing me! It's been rainy and nasty. Soon, though, soon.

[Chris07LB]

HAHA its been sitting in my backseat for a week. Its killing me! It's been rainy and nasty. Soon, though, soon.

Ship it to NJ, and i'll put it to good use.

[ChinoCharles]

Better yet, how about I ship me, my car and this kit to New Jersey and put YOU to good use? :laugh:

If it were a matter of me putting it in, it would have been in already, but I don't do much to my car other than help my gearhead buddies. Unfortunately, I'm at their mercy on this one. Gives me lots of time to take detailed pictures, though. :thumbup:

[Chris07LB]

Better yet, how about I ship me, my car and this kit to New Jersey and put YOU to good use? :laugh:

If it were a matter of me putting it in, it would have been in already, but I don't do much to my car other than help my gearhead buddies. Unfortunately, I'm at their mercy on this one. Gives me lots of time to take detailed pictures, though. :thumbup:

The Big O is only an 8hr drive to Jersey...

[fred812]

Still waiting???????? Got Milk?

[Chris07LB]

Looks like ill have to do it for everyone... :rolleyes: :laugh:

[YamilR]

How do you guys plan to get rid of the manual window "lever" ?:iono:

[Chris07LB]

How do you guys plan to get rid of the manual window "lever" ?:iono:

There is an insert that covers the void in the door once the levers removed..

Here's the kit.

[Jfoofoo]

Still waiting for the "how to" on power lock and windows.. :help:

[vst]

I would like that How TO, Too!!

[ItsMyDaily]

wow can't wai to see the outcome of these upgrades. I'm looking to do the same.

[ChinoCharles]

Called the kid that did my short shifter and went with me to get the window kit today... hopefully he will get back to me so I can get this DIY done. Its been too long already, and I'd like to have the kit installed when I get my tint done on Monday. Sorry guys.