d9988 Posted August 17, 2006 Share Posted August 17, 2006 Okay so I recently received the Turbo Timer that I purchased. I was searching online for the Instruction Manual, and came across some bad reviews of the quality of Greddy's turbo timer (not lasting very long). Anyone using a Greddy TT - if so how is it? The other complaint I saw a lot was "can't arm alarm with engine running." Is this true with any TT/alarm regardless of brand? How do you overcome not being able to arm the alarm until after the engine shuts off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hodge Posted August 17, 2006 Share Posted August 17, 2006 Ive got a blitz tt and I cant arm the alarm when its running either. I would imagine that its because all the electrics in the car will be still live and this would set the alarm off. I would have thought all tt would be the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian C Posted August 17, 2006 Share Posted August 17, 2006 I've got a Greddy turbo timer and it works just fine, except yes I can't arm the alarm while it's running. But then I wouldn't want to, I hang around until it's stopped... -Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mplavery Posted August 17, 2006 Share Posted August 17, 2006 you will have the same problem no matter what car u fit the turbo timer to. i went back to the company who fitted my alarm and they said they could fit in a extra realy so as soon as i alarm the car, the alarm will wait till the engine turns off then arms the car...they said it would cost a extra £50.......if that helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d9988 Posted August 17, 2006 Author Share Posted August 17, 2006 I've got a Greddy turbo timer and it works just fine, except yes I can't arm the alarm while it's running. But then I wouldn't want to, I hang around until it's stopped... -Ian So if you can't arm your alarm until the turbo timer goes off, what's the point of the TT lol? Either way you have to sit around and wait if you want to use the alarm. I might as well just sell it before installing it. Guess I will ask around about getting the alarm to handle all that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted August 17, 2006 Share Posted August 17, 2006 I hang around until it's stopped... As indeed you should do legally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted August 17, 2006 Share Posted August 17, 2006 you will have the same problem no matter what car u fit the turbo timer to. i went back to the company who fitted my alarm and they said they could fit in a extra realy so as soon as i alarm the car, the alarm will wait till the engine turns off then arms the car...they said it would cost a extra £50.......if that helps This is what i have done on mine. Relay costs a couple of quid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra dan Posted August 17, 2006 Share Posted August 17, 2006 on mine i can arm the alarm and the doors lock but when the engine stops the doors unlock again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra-Dupra Posted August 17, 2006 Share Posted August 17, 2006 I manually lock the doors and make sure the steering lock has clicked, but only if its for short time, or staying within sight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian C Posted August 18, 2006 Share Posted August 18, 2006 So if you can't arm your alarm until the turbo timer goes off, what's the point of the TT lol? Either way you have to sit around and wait if you want to use the alarm. I might as well just sell it before installing it. Guess I will ask around about getting the alarm to handle all that. Because it's a countdown timer that keeps the engine running after a run, so I know exactly how long it's been since I pulled the key. That way I know it's been run enough, in my opinion, to cool down depending on how I've been driving. It also leaves it running if I'm cooling it down but still hanging around the car having a chat or doing something in the garage, but without having to leave the key in the ignition. And I'm insured while all this takes place -Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra-Dupra Posted August 18, 2006 Share Posted August 18, 2006 Flashpoint CAT1 is able to arm while still runnning here is what they told me: Chris, This can be sorted out but you will need a good Auto Electrician or alarm specialist to change the wiring for you. 1. The ignition sensing wire of the alarm must be moved so that it is connected to a point that goes to earth when the ignition is off irrespective of the turbo timer state. 2. The 2nd immobiliser cut (not the starter one) must be checked and moved if it is not on the wire that goes to earth when the ignition is switched off - it may be on the one that is held live by the turbo timer. If the electrician needs help with this, please ask him to call us on +44 1278 789552. Best Regards Colin Palmer Bridgwater Electronics Ltd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraJames Posted August 18, 2006 Share Posted August 18, 2006 Yeah I have the Greddy TT, and it works great..! Yes you cant set the alarm with it counting down, but thats not really a problem. It has loads of other great functions, voltage meter, time attack, lap speed etc, you just need to hook it up to the speed wire on your ECU for those functions though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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