Well I figure since I brought up the topic I'm gonna be the guinea pig. After talking to the guys at advanced keys and my local audio shop, I placed the order this morning. I wanted to place the push button where the key is, but was told by my local shop instead to place it on the other side. They said just in case of system failure you still have the option to use the key. Made sense to me. If it doesn't work no huge loss, I probably would've spent it on something else for the car anyways. I'll keep this thread updated and hope it works out.

 

Looking forward to feedback and pics.

 

Subscribed! Can't wait to see the results!

 

looks interesting but as some have already mentioned. key on the left is part of porsche

 

Just a quick question regarding steering lock. OEM based system maintain the steering lock electronically. How does that gonna work with our cars?

 

^^ Good Question, I too want to know

 

Subscribed. Interested to see how it works out for you.

 

Also interested to see how this works out...

 

whats the approx total cost ?

 

I have started to look a bit more into this. One option is to completely
remove the steering lock assembly (good for race or track cars),
others cut a new key without the top portion and insert it into the
lock and cut it flush so it is not easily removable (need needle nose
pliers) and leave it in that state. Still not the same as OEM based
solutions that electronically enable/disable the steering lock.
Any ideas how BMW or Lexus do this?

 

found an interesting item that might be useful for CAN based cars.
http://www.xpresskit.com/product.aspx?productid=461

 

My s2000 uses the key to unlock the steering and push button to start. Im assuming thats how this will work out. Our former Lexus with keyless had an electronic solenoid to release the steering column. I would think that someone with lots of creativity (and electronic experience) could create a remote system that uses an rfid type remote to trigger and actuate the key mechanism to release the lock and actuate the system. Im thinking arduino ,

 

Hey all, liking the interest in this project. From what the shop here told me, its a lot like putting remote start in any car. The proximity unlock is not going to be an issue at all. The 996 being older and having less tech it makes it easier. I was told the 997 would be a technical nightmare. Looking at the schematics and talking to advanced keys and my shop, removing the key cylinder alleviates the problem of the steering lock. Now this all sounded very easy and clear in theory but I honestly have no idea how it will all end up. I have seen videos online where this was installed in a newer mustang and a newer tundra, so I am assuming they are a little more technically advanced in the ignition and locking mechanisms. (one would hope anyways being over 10 years after the 996's tech).

 

Kit should be here next week! Woo-hoo.

 

We will all be standing by for updates.