After owning my stook for two weeks, I decided that I needed and alarm or something to keep someone from stealing it.
I researched a lot of different alarms then ran across this item, The AutoLock Pro. Well, I broke down and purchased the Autolock Pro and I was suprized at how it works. I can lock it to the clutch pedal and there is no way that you can push the clutch in. I figure that if you can't push the clutch in, you can't start the S, or shift it once you get going.

http://www.autolock.com/

Is any one else here using this device?

 

I have not seen that before but I am not surprised that someone made it. A "Club" for your clutch huh?

Kirk

 

It was originaly designed for the brake pedal. However, I think the clutch pedal will work better on the S.

 

too bad the ecu is hard to get to, otherwise, I'd remove it every where I go.

I've seen the infomercial on autolock... what are you feelings abut this product? is it that tough/

-Shing

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by firsts2k
[B]After owning my stook for two weeks, I decided that I needed and alarm or something to keep someone from stealing it.
I researched a lot of different alarms then ran across this item, The AutoLock Pro.

 

I store it under the passenger seat. It slides right under if you have it turned a certain way. It only takes 10-15 seconds to put it on either the clutch or brake. It is easier to put on the brake though. However, I feel like it is safer on the clutch. I purchased two of them and the total was $110???? I think. I'll look at the receipt tonight when I get home.
The unit is very sturdy and it has a lock/key that is round and can't be picked. I too watched the tv infomercial and was sold on what I saw. I do not use it every time I park the car, but will always use it when I go to the Mall or Movie theater. That is where most cars get stolen where I live. I park in a garage at night. I highly recommend this product to all S owners. That is my $.02 worth.....

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by firsts2k
[B]I store it under the passenger seat.

 

I have both, Alpine SEC-8063 and the AutoLock!
A couple of things about the AutoLock installing on the clutch arm..
1. Doesn't seem the base of the lock conforms to the back of the floor very nicely. Resulting in a non-sturdy setup.
2. Locking and un-locking multiple times result in the black paint on the clutch arm to be chipped off.

All-n-all, I like it! It does the job of resisting the clutch to be pressed....not starting the engine.
Plus, it's "bullet" proof (from the commercial)!

 

They've been using similar devices in the U.K. for decades. Apparently, they are not a real deterrent to a professional car thief. However, even without it, how is anyone going to start the engine without the key (with a coded chip in it)? I just can't see any advantage or need for this clamping device.

 

Is it really necessary? With the stock ECU, the only way the fuel pump will operate is with the stock key (and the transmitter located in it).

With my Mugen ECU, now that's a different story... no immobilizer. Therefore my Alpine SEC 8081 has normally opened relays on the starter and fuel pump. So if the alarm is disabled, both the starter and fuel systems will receive no power.