Unfortunately it looks like I have some people in my new neighborhood paying a little too much attention to my auto and for the first time I'm feeling a need to add some security system(s) to old yeller. I think just a basic remote arm system would do, not interested at all in remote start or unlock. I'm not familiar with modern alarm systems, but here's what I 'think' I need...



- Door switches for all 5 doors (rear hatch). Probably a PITA to install but that's only an initial idea.

- 'Bump' alarm (not sure what it would be called) for if a window breaks or if something is jarred

- Geo-location function like a low track or something similar



Additionally I'd like to install possibly 2 start kill switches. I'm not sure where inline these are normally installed but my impression is that directly in line with the key ignition switch would be common. But then what if someone jumps the starter with a screwdriver...would this type of switch work in that instance? So that leads me to the idea of a second ignition kill switch which would either be wired between the battery and starter motor, or between the starter motor and ground.

And last...security lugs.

So am I over thinking this here? What's your recommendation for what I really need and maybe a good but economic alarm system that can get this done?

 

Just leave a note inside your vehicle that your pet boa constrictor refuses to come out to be placed back where you usually keep him.If anyone sees him, please ring your bell and let you know he is alright. Don't be shy letting neighbors know you have a pet.
Not too many would be thieves would be interested in your vehicle.

You might place a switch in the line that supplies power to the fuel injectors, no power, no fuel = no start. I don't think anyone is going to start troubleshooting that.

Shortly after a few years of marriage , my wife bought a fake one, I think!

 

Both those are great ideas.