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chrisg - 16/2/09 at 11:54 PM

Would a simple hidden switch count as a security device for SVA purposes?

Cheers

Chris


Steve Hignett - 17/2/09 at 12:10 AM

It would count as a "second one" for sure.


nitram38 - 17/2/09 at 05:32 AM

You need two security methods. Either 2 electrical or 1 electrical and the other mechanical. That is why a standard steering lock/ignition switch qualifies.
I personally would go for a cat II immobiliser as they are fairly cheap and cut three circuits.
Someone finding the switch is not as secure.


Mr Whippy - 17/2/09 at 08:50 AM

Mine for the falcon is a very large bike chain and a welded on shackle to the chassis


wilkingj - 17/2/09 at 02:13 PM

I got a Cat2 imopbiliser off Bay of E.
no problem, worked ok, went thru SVA....

The only drawback was the insurance, they would not accept my home fitting.
I had to get it VSIB certified before they would accept it (for the insurance discount).
luckily my local alarm place raced a MK Indy.
So when I drove in there in the Viento and parked next to their MK, I got star treatment!.
They inspected it, (all of the car) talked about the alarm, and how and where I had wired it, then wrote me out a VSIB certificate and charged me a tenner.

Well worth it to have it all sorted.
It would cost me more if I had it all fitted professionally. And it wouldnt have all be laid in, and hidden up in the wiring loom.

Job Sorted..


wilkingj - 17/2/09 at 02:16 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Mr Whippy
Mine for the falcon is a very large bike chain and a welded on shackle to the chassis


Good idea... but nothing a junior hacksaw would cut through. I take it the shackle wasnt hardened steel?

Still the look of it will deter most people.
unfortunately nothing will stop the determined professional crook.