One of the most surprising things we experience at Extreme Audio is people thinking they can’t get a remote start in a diesel vehicle. This is simply not true. We have been reliably remote starting diesel powered vehicles for over a decade. And what makes this more interesting is that diesel powered vehicles see the biggest benefits in remote starting.
Why Is A Remote Start In A Diesel A Good Thing?
(Aside from the obvious comfort and warmth you will experience!)
Diesel engines take noticeably longer to warm up than a gasoline powered vehicle, so you are doing a diesel engine a favor by remote starting it. In fact, it is a good idea to remote start a diesel every day of the year. Have you ever noticed how much better your diesel engine runs after it warms up? Now you can see that even on a nice summer day your vehicle can benefit from running a few minutes before you drive away.
Turbo Timer Adds Protection To your Vehicle
Another neat feature we can install on diesel vehicles is a turbo timer function. Let’s consider the scenario of driving up the road at highway speeds and then quickly slow down and pull into a parking lot. Your turbocharger on your diesel may have been spinning as fast as 100,000 rpm’s or more. All that spinning generates heat. If the engine is shut down immediately after running hard, the oil that is supposed to cool the turbo can actually cook it! The turbo timer allows the engine to idle for one to two minutes before shutting down and can extend the life of your turbocharger. We can set up your remote start so you can turn off your ignition, get out of your vehicle, and lock your doors. Your engine will stay running for two minutes to cool down the turbocharger, extending its life.
Remote Starters Take Glow Plugs Into Account
You may also wonder how a remote start in a diesel vehicle knows when the glow plugs are ready warmed up on a diesel truck. That is a great question. We attack every make and model of diesel differently. Some vehicles we set up on a short delay, while some of them we can trigger when the glow plug light turns off. Rest assured any remote start we install will start your engine when it is safe to do so.
So if the idea of going out to a warm and toasty vehicle that no longer needs the windows scraped, appeals to you, we have you covered. We invite you to call, contact us, or, even better, stop by with your diesel vehicle and we will custom design the best solution for your unique needs.
Hi, I’m interested in getting a remote start for my 2005 F350. I would like a turbo timer included. Can you please tell me remote start model options and cost range?
Thanks!
Thanks for the inquiry! If you don’t mind, fill out the form found here https://www.extremeaudio.org/remote-car-starter-estimate-request-form/ and we’d be happy to give you some options!
I have 3 Trucks. 2006 Ford F-750, and 2 2008 Internationals. All 3 are box a trucks. Do remote starters work on these trucks and do you have anywhere in Boston MA that installs these remote starters?…
I would assume remote start could be done. I’d talk to
Parkway Sound & Security
Dana LeBlanc
1-617-387-9800
1871 Revere Beach Parkway
Everett, Ma
2149
parkwaysound2000@yahoo.com
http://www.parkwaysound.com
Hi, I’m interested in getting a diesel remote starter for my 97 chevy dually 3500. I would also include a turbo timer . Can you please tell me remote start model options and cost range? and do you have anywhere in Michigan that installs diesel remote starters?
Thanks!
Kelvin, We’re a retailer in the Richmond, VA market only. I know a few shops scattered around Michigan, what area are you in? You can also visit http://www.compustar.com and use their dealer locator at the top of the page to find someone near you.
possible to do one in a 2014 bmw 535 diesel?
It definitely is possible, but requires a very specific kit to do so. Are you in the Richmond, VA area? If not, let me know where you are and I’ll try to connect you to someone.
I have a 1999 Ford F-350 7.3 I’d like to get an auto start installed on. Any locations in Alaska?
Perfectionist in Anchorage is great, as well as Distinctive Rides in Wasilla. Those are the only two I know up that way.
Located in Rock Hill, Sc but soon moving up north any good installers that would install a remote start and turbo timer. 2003 Ford F350 7.3L
If you can go as far as Spartansburg, Joe Zelano at Elite Audio is a great guy to deal with. South of Charlotte you could try The Sound Shop in Indian Hills, David Phillips is the owner there.
can you recommend anyone in the hartford Connecticut area
Check with Jonathan. I think he’s a rep in that area that would know who’s best in that area.
Go Fast Solutions
Jonathan Mercado
203-641-0272
699 Middle st
Middletown, CT
06457
jm@gofst.com
http://www.gofst.com
So how do you do it? 555 timer, Mosfets, and a series of relays?
Most remote start systems have a diesel mode built in. It turns on the ignition for a pre-determined amount of time to allow the glow plugs to warm up prior to cranking.
I have a 1999 Chevrolet C/K 3500 4X4 6.5L V8 16V TURBO DIESEL – i live in Strongsville Ohio 44149 – what is nearest affiliate that installs your products — also do you have a catalog of your products
We’re not a manufacturer, just a local dealer of these sort of products. I’m not sure of anyone I know of in your area. I’d suggest entering your info in at https://www.compustar.com/find-a-dealer to see who may work for you.