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Old 12-14-07, 07:46 PM
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Has anybody attempted this...

...installing a Smart Key System (SKS) from a Toyota Prius into an FD. I noticed you can buy a Smart Key ECU and the replacement Keys. I've googled and can't find anyone thats wrote anything about interfacing with them.

I just think it'd be really cool that I'd never have to worry about locking my keys in my car, it would unlock just by approaching it, and possibly even be more secure with it not being able to start without the key close to the vehicle.
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Go sit in the corner.
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yeah maybe you can get a sweet discount if you buy a lambo door kit at the same time...
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Hey, some buddies of mine tell me that RX7s (the TT ones) are not reliable. Is it true?
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i actually think its a neat idea. definately go completely keyless and shave the handles. the car would look damn slick. i dont know how it would work but assuming that it could unlock the power doors within the presence of the "key" you should be able to also have it activate a door popper with the push of a button on a keyless remote. which would also have another button for starting. the only other car that ive seen that was completely keyless was a completely custom lowrider i saw at a car show and the damn thing was slick with all the electronics stuff.

I say +1 for being creative and wanting to do something that 10,000+ people havent done for this car. and to all the bashers of this idea maybe you should stop trolling the forums looking to point and laugh at the first guy who has an original idea for this car that could actually be a neat feature. skip the lambo doors and go keyless everything including door poppers.

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Originally Posted by cheebazebra
...installing a Smart Key System (SKS) from a Toyota Prius into an FD. I noticed you can buy a Smart Key ECU and the replacement Keys. I've googled and can't find anyone thats wrote anything about interfacing with them.

I just think it'd be really cool that I'd never have to worry about locking my keys in my car, it would unlock just by approaching it, and possibly even be more secure with it not being able to start without the key close to the vehicle.
no.
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i can understand its a taste thing and i personally have no problem with manual door handles or a key to unlock or to start the car but im also into neat original gadgets. im just wondering why some of you guys think that this is such a horrible idea
Old 12-15-07, 01:17 AM
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just do it...

i might also suggest an auto-start, AC/heat, music, rolling down windows while approaching the vehicle... (my car security can do any of that)

if you can talk into your key chain and the FD finds you (like the batmobile) then that would be super l33t

just say no to lambo doors, i like all my door dents :$
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Originally Posted by moconnor
Hey, some buddies of mine tell me that RX7s (the TT ones) are not reliable. Is it true?
There are Twin Turbo rx7's? I thought the were Triple Turbo hence "TT".....
Old 12-15-07, 02:39 AM
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^^^ Leave the poor kid alone hahaha.. all FD's are twin turbo.. the reliability is up to you.
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Originally Posted by SLOASFK
wow wow weewow! thats a lot of features. but no door popper

i pretty much think that will allow you not even be in the car to drive it. you could just program it to go through drive thru windows and order, pick up the dry cleaning and drop off your "precious cargo" It like having your own KITT from Knight ryder

and im even sure i saw "read you bedtime stories" under that features list
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Originally Posted by cp1
wow wow weewow! thats a lot of features. but no door popper
There's a pad that goes on the drivers side window with a set combination on it. You knock the combination and the door opens. They also have a feature where you have a fob that automatically locks the doors when you walk away and unlocks them when you walk towards the car.

I plan on buying one it's the most pimp car alarm I've ever seen in my life(that actually exists).
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Originally Posted by moconnor
Hey, some buddies of mine tell me that RX7s (the TT ones) are not reliable. Is it true?

...odd question coming from someone with over 2000 posts...
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Originally Posted by Ledfoot
...odd question coming from someone with over 2000 posts...
he was being sarcastic.
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Its a super cool idea, but I don't think it fits the FD very well.
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Reminds me of my bro's mazdaspeed6
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Originally Posted by SLOASFK
Someone ran a group buy on these a whlie back, I can't seem to contact the distributor, would you happen to know where he went?
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Originally Posted by SLOASFK

I have this!!! Haven't installed it yet, but I can't wait...
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Originally Posted by silentblu
Someone ran a group buy on these a whlie back, I can't seem to contact the distributor, would you happen to know where he went?
no clue. The GB is where I learned about them, but I didn't buy in and didn't know anything of the details.
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Originally Posted by str8ryd
I have this!!! Haven't installed it yet, but I can't wait...
hahah i was in on this too, i've installed it haven't gotten everthing to work yet, i'm missing the transmitter for proximity lock. I shot an e-mail to sam, but he hasn't replied -_____-

the interior temp gauge doens't work very well, i've seen the car get to 3 degree celsius, in CALI weather
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get a compustar ther are sweet
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I think its a good idea. Ive been wanting to add some modern features to the fd like keyless entry. where did you see these for sale?
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