How to Install a Hidden Kill Switch in your Car or Truck (Cheap Anti Theft System)

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  • Instead of installing an expensive car alarm system or using ineffective methods to prevent your car from getting stolen, learn how to install an inexpensive, hidden kill switch. simplisafe.com/dreamcar
    This kill switch is easy to install and anyone can do it at home with basic tools. It can also work along with your car's current alarm system. How it works is it cuts the power to the fuel pump so you cannot jump start the car, hot wire it, or even push start it. In order to steal the car you need to tow it! It is better than a batter quick disconnect because your computer wont restart and you wont lose your radio stations.
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  • @chrisfix
    @chrisfix  4 년 전 +6185

    I hope this video was helpful and you guys never have one of your vehicles stolen! If you install a kill switch, be sure to tag me on Instagram @ChrisFixit so I can share your post!
    By the way, make sure you watch till the end for my "dream car"!!! Sooooo Pumped to show you guys that!
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    • @anti0918
      @anti0918 4 년 전 +36

      A kill switch doesn't stop them from just towing it away...

    • @caroflage6260
      @caroflage6260 4 년 전 +86

      That must be the first time that you've been happy about your car not starting😂

    • @anti0918
      @anti0918 4 년 전 +20

      They could also just swap out the fuel pump relay for a couple wires to turn the fuel pump on.

    • @noahvargas3432
      @noahvargas3432 4 년 전 +7

      Nice Skyline Chris

    • @clorofenol
      @clorofenol 4 년 전 +9

      Chris what about a video on how to protect your sideview from being stolen. I know of a lot of case where the mirror itself was stolen not the housing. I saw a company that sells very nice looking protector that cover the border of the mirror so that you cant pull them out but they cost 200 dollars. I really liked this kill switch video. This will definitely be my next project.

  • @car_pal
    @car_pal 4 년 전 +3179

    Chrisfix, the kind of guy to put on safety glasses before going to the bathroom

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 년 전 +974

      You could never be too safe

    • @dcfuksurmom
      @dcfuksurmom 4 년 전 +185

      @@chrisfix *toilet backs up and sprays his face, eyes are untouched*

    • @PrcrstNt
      @PrcrstNt 4 년 전 +21

      Didn't know you watched chrisfix :o

    • @EricJones1969
      @EricJones1969 3 년 전 +6

      Glad to see Car Pal in comment section 🖖

    • @krater_void
      @krater_void 3 년 전 +5

      Lol you are here I'm a big fan

  • @winstonian88
    @winstonian88 7 개월 전 +262

    This is gold. My dad used to do this to his cars by using the cigarette lighter. The car wouldn't start unless the cigarette lighter was pushed in. The thing I like about the fuel pump method is that the thief doesn't know for sure if there's a kill switch - there could just be something else wrong with the car. And the repeated attempts at turning it over make a lot of noise, which is when they get introduced to your baseball bat.

    • @badboyz6584
      @badboyz6584 6 개월 전 +43

      Sounds like a perfect introduction!
      Also, put a big sock over your baseball bat, that way, if someone grabs it, they just grab the sock.

    • @isidrorosales7982
      @isidrorosales7982 6 개월 전 +13

      OR THE 9...

    • @burntpyromaniac
      @burntpyromaniac 5 개월 전

      @@isidrorosales798299

    • @COSMIC_SECRET
      @COSMIC_SECRET 5 개월 전

      They will get introduced to my taser

    • @winstonian88
      @winstonian88 5 개월 전

      @@badboyz6584 Brilliant!

  • @CC-te5zf
    @CC-te5zf 년 전 +187

    From an old Air Force electronics teacher and electronics technician, just to add a small bit to your comprehensive presentation: We always had to read aloud a "caution" about probing connectors. If you've never probed a connector with multimeter leads, it's possible to damage the connector. Just do this part with a little extra care so as not to damage the connector. Excellent video - thanks!

    • @Alexandurr
      @Alexandurr 7 개월 전 +1

      Thanks!

    • @timmylong-dl2im
      @timmylong-dl2im 5 개월 전

      has the beauty of hermetically sealed packages faded or are they still sexy A.F. in your eyes as they are mine?

    • @sakaraist
      @sakaraist 4 개월 전

      Definitely this, working with equipment we usually keep a handful of different pins soldered to short leads for probing for a quick insert that won't risk damaging the connectors.

  • @vinos1629
    @vinos1629 4 년 전 +1978

    15:06 Never seen someone so excited that their car won't start .

    • @sirsweetness8332
      @sirsweetness8332 4 년 전 +16

      Thought the same thing. Now do a diagnostic video on how to get it to start...🤪

    • @kirara4953
      @kirara4953 4 년 전 +32

      Woo! My car is dead!!

    • @frankie6279
      @frankie6279 4 년 전 +28

      Happiness of success

    • @thomas70253
      @thomas70253 4 년 전 +2

      Same tho

    • @steerius
      @steerius 4 년 전 +2

      @@frankie6279 Na Na its Happiness of Failure

  • @austinclifford4511
    @austinclifford4511 4 년 전 +11644

    Silly robbers, you cant steal my project cars. They don't run.

    • @lalorevels
      @lalorevels 4 년 전 +135

      🤣

    • @iamasmurf1122
      @iamasmurf1122 4 년 전 +118

      You know there are sophisticated crims that have things like car trailers and tow trucks and trucks as well with trays to take you car straight to the chop shop

    • @maarten4504
      @maarten4504 4 년 전 +325

      @@iamasmurf1122 you must be really funny at home...

    • @FormerNine
      @FormerNine 4 년 전 +185

      robbers can't steal my project car it doesn't have engine and wheels on it and it's already stripped LOL

    • @Spherz
      @Spherz 4 년 전 +18

      Neither can the robbers when you see them

  • @DIAGAMEIT
    @DIAGAMEIT 년 전 +118

    I fully understand that feeling your friend had bro. My del sol was stolen a couple days ago and that feeling of never being able to sleep cause your car is out there somewhere is brutal. Thankfully we found it today still intact, but missing a battery and my ECU. Can't wait to install my kill switch

    • @georgehernandez4459
      @georgehernandez4459 년 전 +5

      It sucks that as a honda owner we gotta be worried about someone stealing our pride and joy

    • @1985_Honda_CRX_Si
      @1985_Honda_CRX_Si 년 전 +4

      My dad told me the story of his Nissan Tsuru getting stolen and he said it almost exactly like that

    • @gustavomoreno5298
      @gustavomoreno5298 4 개월 전 +2

      I had my silverado stolen last October, police found it without wheels and speakers but I got it back. Now it’s got 2 trackers on it but I still feel so uneasy parking anywhere, even at home. The feeling sucks :/

    • @k-1717
      @k-1717 3 개월 전

      @@gustavomoreno5298what kind of trackers? i’m looking into a prepaid phone and airtag

    • @i_had_3_pugs
      @i_had_3_pugs 3 개월 전 +1

      yeah my civic was stolen yesterday evening. found it a couple hours later in a parking lot after my whole family basically posted it on every car group on facebook im my area

  • @Later_Nerd
    @Later_Nerd 년 전 +71

    I'm pretty handy but mostly when it comes to tech and IT stuff. I know some basic maintenance on cars and have done a few head unit/speaker installs. But this man can inspire you to do just about anything. Definitely one of my favorite channels on KRplus. The presentation is always top notch. I wish more facets of life had how to's that were the quality of ChrisFix videos.

  • @tannerregan1014
    @tannerregan1014 4 년 전 +2326

    "Honey, the neighbor is putting saftey glasses on the camera again"

    • @grayeaglej
      @grayeaglej 4 년 전 +24

      I know right? Guess ya gotta protect that lens o.o

    • @OsamaBon
      @OsamaBon 3 년 전 +1

      @Jose Rivera true

    • @skathiri2608
      @skathiri2608 3 년 전 +3

      Hhhhhh....Quarantine.....not much other to do....

    • @John-nd7il
      @John-nd7il 3 년 전 +1

      no he just installed a dash cam in himself

    • @magikp6636
      @magikp6636 2 년 전

      LMAO

  • @wranglerstar
    @wranglerstar 3 년 전 +379

    Another great video, thank you Chris,

    • @sammcdonald2495
      @sammcdonald2495 3 년 전 +6

      Why are you here a year later?

    • @BrAnd0n_1103
      @BrAnd0n_1103 3 년 전 +2

      Sam McDonald that’s what I’m saying lol. This dude makes it seem like this video is brand new

    • @thomasplesman5425
      @thomasplesman5425 3 년 전 +2

      I love your videos. When I saw your comment at first I was like "hmm isn't that at Wranglerstar's profile picture" the I looked at your name and realized that it was you

    • @andyroid5028
      @andyroid5028 3 년 전

      @@sammcdonald2495 Because he's busy making his own videos, duh.

    • @mr.iforgot3062
      @mr.iforgot3062 3 년 전

      Yeah, he's awesome! Wish I had a big brother like chris. That'd be cool!

  • @vernonsteinkamp1088

    As a young whipper snapper (18) I had a great 1955 chevy hard top with 327, Muncie 4 speed, straight axle, you get the picture. I had a kill switch for the electric fuel pump, on the dash board. Switch off, car runs out of gas quickly. Unfortunately I left my car for 15 minutes and it was stolen. They apparently figured the switch out. I was too young to realize there's are amoung us. I learned my lesson the hard way. I now own a 1956 chevy sedan delivery. I've managed to hold on to it for 51 years.
    Excellent tutorial by the way.

  • @praveensharma3456
    @praveensharma3456 년 전 +6

    Best part was knowing you got your dream car. I’m so glad. Thanks for all the good work you do for us.

  • @FrietjeOorlog
    @FrietjeOorlog 2 년 전 +4270

    Put a decoy switch under the dash, that sets off the alarm when flipped.

  • @heheprathamesh
    @heheprathamesh 4 년 전 +5155

    After watching a 18 minutes and 12 seconds video
    *_mE: i ShOuLd BuY a CaR fIrSt...._*

  • @lilwashcloth1732
    @lilwashcloth1732 년 전 +54

    Hey Chris! I recently bought my dream car, a Honda S2000 just like your friend, and it was actually stolen from the previous owner in 2009. After watching this video and seeing the beginning it was practically an omen telling me to install one of these lol. Your video was incredibly helpful and now there's a killswitch cleverly hidden in my car! Thank you!

    • @royjohnson465
      @royjohnson465 년 전 +2

      The Club a steering wheel locking device, and also a brake pedal lock.

    • @Victorylap-fy4ke
      @Victorylap-fy4ke 7 개월 전 +1

      @@royjohnson465 Steering clubs are more effective when locked on the back side of the steering wheel according to car guys. They can't freeze it and hit w/a hammer. Then again I hear they just saw through the steering nowadays.

    • @royjohnson465
      @royjohnson465 7 개월 전

      @@Victorylap-fy4ke ~Thank you for that tip. I did not know that, I do have a steering wheel club and putting it on the “back side” may come in handy unless they saw through my steering wheel.
      ~A kill-switch might be the answer.

  • @srboromir452
    @srboromir452 년 전 +58

    In this case polarity doesn't matter, but it's a good idea to do like spade connectors on the same side so you never plug the wrong wires together,
    ALSO cut the wires at different lengths so it's harder for them to short out

  • @lavaZZa42069
    @lavaZZa42069 4 년 전 +616

    This is the first video I ever saw where someone is happy about their car not starting.

  • @undercooktheonions1002
    @undercooktheonions1002 3 년 전 +2777

    thief: *gets in car*
    *sees shift lever*
    *gets out of car*

    • @ultra6482
      @ultra6482 3 년 전 +33

      Lmao XD.

    • @joelfernandes9814
      @joelfernandes9814 3 년 전 +25

      Exactly

    • @capri4682
      @capri4682 3 년 전 +71

      I wished this could be the same in England, everybody here drives a manual

    • @kristianbubica1168
      @kristianbubica1168 3 년 전 +8

      @@capri4682 same in croatia

    • @DudeTastic13
      @DudeTastic13 3 년 전 +73

      True story. I had a 1990 Toyota Camry stick shift. One day I found some punks broke into it, jammed the ignition to ON. But obviously the car didn't move because these young punks had no idea how to even start a stick shift, not to say drive one. This was in California.

  • @michaelalexander7139
    @michaelalexander7139 11 개월 전 +7

    What a life saver man, with all the thefts lately with Hyundai vehicles I had the idea to do just this, but I was apprehensive, but after watching this video I now feel confidant enough to attempt this modification.
    Now I just have to convince my better half...

    • @cringesh1t427
      @cringesh1t427 개월 전 +1

      End up doing it? If so, did you have any difficulties?
      I want to attempt it on my sisters Hyundai as it was already stolen earlier this month and found later during the day. Got it all fixed up, now to make it harder for the fucks to steal it next time this happens 😂

  • @sandhyaannamaneni506

    If the criminal sees this video your busted but your videos are so awesome keep doing your hard work and God bless you

  • @nayber5254
    @nayber5254 4 년 전 +1661

    Never seen someone so happy when his car didn't start xd

  • @cokefridger
    @cokefridger 4 년 전 +729

    15:13 Never seen a guy who is happy, that his car doesn't start ^^

  • @photog1529
    @photog1529 개월 전 +3

    Years ago I had a 1968 GTO. For a kill switch, I just ran a wire from the ignition coil to a toggle switch and grounded it out. Worked like a charm. Times were much simpler with that generation of vehicles..no electronics, no computers, no endless array of sensors...just a lot of engine.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  개월 전 +2

      Wish it was that simple! But this is pretty straightforward too if you know what you are looking for!

  • @thomasrizzi1470
    @thomasrizzi1470 8 개월 전

    Chris - I have 4 AS degrees and NONE of the teachers gave as much details on the procedures. . You - Sir - Did REALLY well. Thank you

  • @Fireflyepic
    @Fireflyepic 4 년 전 +3452

    *car doesn't start*
    Chris fix: "Oooo baby! Now that is what i'm talkin' about!"

  • @JEST3R_
    @JEST3R_ 4 년 전 +4461

    Chrisfix the type of guy to add threadlocker to his bottles of mayonnaise

  • @davewettlaufer7885
    @davewettlaufer7885 개월 전 +1

    As a blogger and truck mechanic by trade, I have used that very simple idea on our fleet, and worked just fine. Good video. 👍

  • @toddvail2630
    @toddvail2630 개월 전 +2

    I'll be doing both within days. Someone broke into my truck 2 days ago. Cameras will be up tomorrow, kill switch soon to follow. Thanks for the guide

  • @anmolbagul9282
    @anmolbagul9282 4 년 전 +3135

    Nobody:
    Chris: lets add medium strength thread locker.

    • @awsomej177
      @awsomej177 4 년 전 +152

      *let's torque the oil pan drain bolt to 15 ft-lbs*

    • @no_4259
      @no_4259 4 년 전 +96

      anmol bagul nobody:
      ChrisFix: *_Soappywooder_*

    • @CollinWeis
      @CollinWeis 4 년 전 +31

      Don't forget about using a breaker bar!

    • @gamecapturemoments1
      @gamecapturemoments1 4 년 전 +54

      Hey man, leave him alone lol. I didn't use threadlocker on anything until my brake caliper bolt backed out and my caliper kicked up and ripped my rim in half. I use threadlocker on EVERYTHING now.

    • @Sqwaush
      @Sqwaush 4 년 전 +2

      @@MrSupermugen yeah also on guitar jacks they always come undone

  • @ShinBrohmad
    @ShinBrohmad 4 년 전 +1409

    ive never seen a man be so happy have a car that wont turn over

  • @she5152
    @she5152 년 전 +1

    Thank you ChrisFix. I know nothing about electrical automotive things but after your teachings I feel like a an Automotive Electrical Engineer with a PHD..

  • @TOPDadAlpha
    @TOPDadAlpha 년 전 +2

    It ABSOLUTELY works. I had a 69 corvette that I had a kill switch professional installed. I always parked the car so it could not be towed as often as I could.

  • @tylerkey7283
    @tylerkey7283 4 년 전 +5774

    The 1.9k dislikes are from the local car thieves

  • @WhenLifeExpires
    @WhenLifeExpires 4 년 전 +290

    15:07 first time I’ve seen someone happy that their car isn’t starting

    • @julianarjah1175
      @julianarjah1175 4 년 전 +1

      golden comment

    • @ANTIANONIMI
      @ANTIANONIMI 4 년 전

      =))))

    • @drippingwax
      @drippingwax 4 년 전 +8

      Hey, if I really do not want to go to work...

    • @BigTommieD
      @BigTommieD 4 년 전

      Lol

    • @MrDalgard
      @MrDalgard 4 년 전

      @@drippingwax calling boss.. Heyy boss, umm i might be abit late for work today,, car wont start and the bus just drove by. give me an hour and ill be there.. ::P

  • @daltonwood9924
    @daltonwood9924 11 개월 전

    You know chrisfix I remember when your channel was small and you didn't have many subscribers I stumbled upon one of your videos one day when I didn't even need the information but I watched it anyway and then I looked you up days or weeks later because I had an issue with a vehicle of mine and I remember you gave good accurate instructional information I have been subscribed ever since and I am very happy that your channel has grown like it has you have helped millions of people so thank you very much from a good subscriber of yours keep doing what you're doing man if you see this I'm happy for you

  • @myLordSaves
    @myLordSaves 년 전 +1

    That's amazing! I've known about the faraday cage concept, they make hunting clothes that have the same properties and concept, and it works.
    I bought a set for hunting several years ago and I noticed the animals behavior changed immediately.
    Our pulse generates an electric signal that animals can sense. Nice video!

  • @theunknown2772
    @theunknown2772 4 년 전 +856

    Me : * watches this video at midnight *
    *the next day*
    Me : * installs kill-switch in garage and simplisafe system in car *

  • @groovydrew4640
    @groovydrew4640 3 년 전 +980

    I’ve never seen a man so happy for his car not to start

    • @andrewsantora7943
      @andrewsantora7943 3 년 전 +32

      when its Opposite Day and your car doesn't start...
      *LETS FUCKIN GOOOOOOOOOOOO WOOOOOOOOHHH*

    • @BnEcho.
      @BnEcho. 3 년 전

      Same

    • @whkn_is_my_new-channel
      @whkn_is_my_new-channel 3 년 전 +10

      when your car doesn't start because your testing the killswitch and when you turn the killswitch back off so that your engine can start but your engine didn't start even though you offed the killswitch
      *something's wrong, i can feel it*

    • @Aj_18____
      @Aj_18____ 3 년 전 +1

      Ikr😂😂

    • @dynamify8499
      @dynamify8499 3 년 전

      @@andrewsantora7943 Lol That made my day

  • @normankr672
    @normankr672 년 전 +2

    Amazed it's taken so long for this idea to re-emerge. I fitted one to my 1948 Morris minor convertible back in the 1960's.

    • @graemep804
      @graemep804 7 개월 전

      My 1986 Vauxhall Nova had a distributor and points, so I broke into the 12v supply to the coil and installed a switch and capacitor to earth, so the engine would crank but there'd be no high tension supply to the sparkplugs. When I finish rebuilding my 1970s Land Rover I'll be installing something similar. The only downside is both vehicles have mechanical lift pumps, so cranking the engine without starting will flood the engine.

  • @timtran_
    @timtran_ 년 전

    Hi there I remembered the kill switch back in the 80' same process, you could become an electrician's teacher, explaining very clearly without missing a point how to install it.

  • @randombag420
    @randombag420 4 년 전 +790

    Car: *doesn't start*
    Chris: WOOOO YEAH

    • @TheHickGamer
      @TheHickGamer 4 년 전

      That's what you gotta do every time something doesn't work. At least that's what I do anyway.

    • @crocodylinae4161
      @crocodylinae4161 4 년 전

      never thought some wood have to say that

    • @gobpoo2363
      @gobpoo2363 4 년 전

      I dont wanna like since ur at 420

    • @lalajee143
      @lalajee143 4 년 전

      Woooo baby *

  • @Pichuq
    @Pichuq 4 년 전 +1670

    Nobody:
    ChrisFix: I'll add a bit of medium strength threadlocker just to be sure.

  • @ORIOLESFan02
    @ORIOLESFan02 7 개월 전 +3

    Hey Chris! I'm sure by now you've heard of the Kia/Hyundai thefts. I was wondering if you would possibly make a video on how to install an immoblizer and/or security system? I feel like so many owners of said vehicles would be happy that you made a video to keep them safe. Thanks!

  • @nicholasrodriguez7466
    @nicholasrodriguez7466 7 개월 전

    Man I miss these Del Sol Videos, Wish they would come back, came back here cuz I needed to do this to mine and remembered that I could come back and watch this for help!

  • @yourdream9934
    @yourdream9934 4 년 전 +659

    4:21
    Chris: Now your multimeter is grounded
    Multimeter: :(

  • @Hatera
    @Hatera 4 년 전 +462

    They replaced the honda badge on the s2000 with a toyota badge im dead.

  • @RobertSmith-fb9qv
    @RobertSmith-fb9qv 7 개월 전 +1

    You do a wonderful job explaining things that anyone can understand. In the old days we would just cut and splice the coil to the kill switch but you better know what you were doing because that coil was like a stun gun if it grounded to something you were touching! But that was in the early 70’s!

    • @leecowell8165
      @leecowell8165 6 개월 전

      in the days of a single ignition coil with distributor prior to coil packs.

  • @Dave-in-France
    @Dave-in-France 6 개월 전

    Yet again Chris, you have impressed me greatly with your imagination and ingenuity. Very well done.

  • @MrLilram123
    @MrLilram123 4 년 전 +2759

    Your car is a manual, the best anti theft device out there

    • @lou_leem
      @lou_leem 4 년 전 +271

      So was the yellow s2000. Rip😢

    • @kclefthanded427
      @kclefthanded427 4 년 전 +106

      In theory yes but that stolen Honda S2000 says different

    • @luk4s56
      @luk4s56 4 년 전 +44

      people here steal everything from what they find inside to hub caps, llights, grills to learner driver stickers

    • @patriciomunoz2830
      @patriciomunoz2830 4 년 전 +1

      @@luk4s56 same here, anthing they can take

    • @RzVids
      @RzVids 4 년 전 +17

      Explain that honda s2000 then lol.....

  • @CaneDimitrov
    @CaneDimitrov 2 년 전 +1521

    Chris really went through the whole painstaking process of showing us how to install a killswitch, only to have it removed and put somewhere else. One of the best guys on YT!

    • @xobertoxo
      @xobertoxo 2 년 전 +8

      🤫

    • @TamamoF0X
      @TamamoF0X 2 년 전 +126

      Maybe he never moved it, convincing the viewers that's it's in a different spot with reverse psychology.

    • @lscstudios4637
      @lscstudios4637 2 년 전 +4

      @@TamamoF0X thats what I thought too

    • @benjaminiversen2448
      @benjaminiversen2448 2 년 전 +1

      @@TamamoF0X but they would still check that place

    • @michaelwade8859
      @michaelwade8859 2 년 전 +59

      This spot is too good to be revealed now the thieves know to look in one more spot. Sometimes it's best to keep good ideas to yourself

  • @WARPSPD
    @WARPSPD 년 전 +2

    I put this in my car years ago. (1979) and it saved my car from being taken. I also had a row of switches on the dash in plain view that I didn’t hook up to accessories yet and when I got into the car, I saw my key tumbler on the floor and all of the dead switches were flipped up! Lol

  • @alexb8823
    @alexb8823 8 개월 전 +1

    How have I just now found this channel? This channel is amazing.

  • @PolarArctica
    @PolarArctica 4 년 전 +631

    4:22
    Chris: “And now our multimeter is grounded.”
    Multimeter: :(

  • @svenapeldoorn681
    @svenapeldoorn681 4 년 전 +327

    First time seeing someone so happy with a car that doesnt start

  • @James_Doyle83
    @James_Doyle83 년 전 +1

    I saw this on another youtube channel where they were testing anti theft devices and this made the top and the cheapest thing to buy

  • @BradyRay_333
    @BradyRay_333 7 개월 전 +1

    I sure enjoyed watching this. You are able to put together an extremely high quality tutorial video.

  • @nine182
    @nine182 4 년 전 +380

    1:07 they put a Toyota badge on the S2000 just to hurt him even more

  • @kittyNya38
    @kittyNya38 4 년 전 +1338

    The criminal probably saw your video on how to strip a car

    • @abood400000
      @abood400000 4 년 전 +4

      xD lol

    • @jtd3718
      @jtd3718 4 년 전 +8

      Well they didn’t know how to gut the engine

    • @usmanmughal1056
      @usmanmughal1056 4 년 전

      heheehehe

    • @rens3325
      @rens3325 4 년 전 +5

      @@jtd3718 the s2k f20c is a really good engine. Also its light and expensive perfect for criminals

    • @slumpyplayz2688
      @slumpyplayz2688 4 년 전 +3

      @@brianvargas4885 it's a little joke you took it to technical

  • @reedrobb
    @reedrobb 8 개월 전 +2

    I worked at a Chevrolet dealer in the early 1990s. They sold an ignition cutoff switch system in “aftermarket” called Prolock. We must have sold hundreds of those a year. They cost near $1200. After a few weeks, I realized the complicated circuit board on an easy to remove key was only a switch. We would use a 180 bent paperclip To start cars when we didn’t have the proper key. When a customer didn’t buy the prolock, the service department would install the same chip without the handle for easy removal. These were so cheap, they were installed in every car but only a % bought them. However, clever people would not buy it and then acquire the key to replace with the dummy circuit board. Car dealerships can be such a scam! Thanks for the tip Chris, I need to do this in all my cars

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  8 개월 전

      Interesting, thanks for sharing!

  • @juanbazzani6094
    @juanbazzani6094 년 전 +2

    This is a great video! You did a great job narrating through the whole process. Very helpful.

  • @NSMike87
    @NSMike87 4 년 전 +234

    Chris: "I got my dream car!"
    Chris: "..."
    Chris: "Let's just add some medium-strength thread locker..."

  • @SL-ht1nu
    @SL-ht1nu 4 년 전 +450

    I just want to say a huge thank you for this! I saved for ages to get my dream car a 2005 Mint condition and totally original Subaru Impreza WRX STI and this is the first thing I did. I did solder my connections to be even tidier but exactly 6 months into my ownership (two.weeks ago) I awoke to the sound of a smashed window and my dog barking. My engine was cranking but the car didn't start. I went outside and shouted out to see two lads running off down the road. My car was damaged but not gone! It works!

    • @dobromirdimitrov4659
      @dobromirdimitrov4659 3 년 전 +3

      and...

    • @jonathonphillips5832
      @jonathonphillips5832 3 년 전

      S L joatnh

    • @stephenh5944
      @stephenh5944 3 년 전

      What di they do to get the engine to crank?

    • @Avoidably
      @Avoidably 3 년 전

      Stephen H lmao that’s what I was thinking. They needed his key to crank the car over.

    • @dohc1974
      @dohc1974 3 년 전 +23

      Stephen H you don’t need the key to crank the car. Just brake the engine switch and stick a flat head screw driver into it. That’s what all the thieves do.

  • @cocoakyle6447
    @cocoakyle6447 년 전

    i was watching the video and got more and more excited as i now want this to be one of my projects for the day!! thanks buddy, my favorite channel on youtube!!

  • @rallen9433
    @rallen9433 7 개월 전 +1

    Perfect, I had a kill switch put on my 82 Riviera and it kept my car from being stolen... of course they tore up the steering column but I was glad the switch worked... good investment.!!!

  • @kukuileiwilimomi
    @kukuileiwilimomi 4 년 전 +1082

    ChrisFix, U could also add a semi exposed button for thieves marked "start switch", then connect it to a car alarm!!!

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 년 전 +338

      Not a bad idea!

    • @jona7335
      @jona7335 4 년 전 +27

      Smart!

    • @DavinderSingh-jj3wb
      @DavinderSingh-jj3wb 4 년 전 +35

      That's a brilliant idea my man

    • @JohnLewis-vu3jd
      @JohnLewis-vu3jd 4 년 전 +7

      Jona evergreen cuisine Vincent gms holy really That smarty you Dumas stock a chick

    • @orlandochairez3591
      @orlandochairez3591 4 년 전 +15

      ChrisFix could you do a video on how we can do that? Just with the factory alarm system?

  • @rmdhndwi
    @rmdhndwi 4 년 전 +887

    Hey chris, try use double ON switch, and connect the power to the horn, so if someone try to switch ON your car, they just activate the horn
    Your car engine wouldn't start and you also notices someone is breaking your car
    basically poorman's alarm

    • @joshhayes3433
      @joshhayes3433 4 년 전 +98

      That's really clever, I like the idea!

    • @DirgaBrajamusti
      @DirgaBrajamusti 4 년 전 +22

      I do that on my motorcycle

    • @RipCityBassWorks
      @RipCityBassWorks 4 년 전 +23

      LOL! Picture the look on the thief's face xD.

    • @acer8123
      @acer8123 4 년 전 +68

      @@RipCityBassWorks Hey... um... I was just checking if the horn works.... its great! Oh umm.. I am the door to door mechanic... yeah.. i work on cars for free at night.

    • @milacz1713
      @milacz1713 4 년 전

      Good idea!

  • @jj963963jj
    @jj963963jj 4 개월 전

    Just watched this video, your presentation is kind of simple and straight forward to follow. Thank you Chris !!

  • @cindysuejackson7559

    Thank you!
    Retired Math Teacher, too many vehicles are jacked. Going to have one of my former students do this on my truck. He has been an Electrician the last 8 years.

  • @phaaroyt
    @phaaroyt 4 년 전 +818

    Next ChrisFix vid: How To Install An Ejector Seat

  • @deadrat4508
    @deadrat4508 3 년 전 +798

    A cheaper way is to disconnect the battery, take the steering wheel and take a tire with you into the store

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 년 전 +168

      Why didn't I think of this before :o

    • @clintmarcoquisao8873
      @clintmarcoquisao8873 3 년 전 +13

      Yeah like mister bean

    • @darreonsan9282
      @darreonsan9282 3 년 전 +7

      Steering wheel is good enough if u have a quick release one

    • @faolanlupus
      @faolanlupus 3 년 전 +15

      For real tho... If I'm ever in a really bad area, I take the fuel pump fuse with me. XD

    • @Mgezee
      @Mgezee 3 년 전 +1

      Dead Rat lmao

  • @macumezahn4291
    @macumezahn4291 29 일 전

    thanks chris! for those of us with older cars (1970 mustang) a kill system plus an active gps locator is absolutely necessary. you have to find your car asap, before it can be hidden or the gps found.

  • @Cybergrip1
    @Cybergrip1 년 전 +3

    5 star video. TO the point and well narrated. Kudos!!

  • @alexclipper7608
    @alexclipper7608 2 년 전 +2012

    Man, I can’t even imagine how the S2000 guy felt. And I hope I never will.

    • @xclear1874
      @xclear1874 2 년 전 +226

      I mean really, they did the man SO dirty, they robbed him, AND PUT A TOYOTA BADGE ON IT JUST TO ADD INSULT?? REALLY??? THEY TOOK THE TIME, TO PUT A TOYOTA BADGE ON A STOLEN HONDA?

    • @Hellamoody
      @Hellamoody 2 년 전 +48

      @@xclear1874 I just noticed that 😂 that is pure evil

    • @josephtennyson4348
      @josephtennyson4348 2 년 전 +31

      Eye for an eye tooth for a tooth. Man steal his shit or cut off his hands. I have gotten my tools stolen or even my food. I know how it feels.

    • @ethanoldenburg6645
      @ethanoldenburg6645 2 년 전

      F

    • @arjunarun3033
      @arjunarun3033 2 년 전 +7

      @@josephtennyson4348 what

  • @ivanshishkov4473
    @ivanshishkov4473 4 년 전 +1276

    *Tries to start the car*
    *Doesnt start*
    *Forgot the switch*
    *Flips the switch*
    *Car doesn't start*

    • @SaigyoujiYuyuko
      @SaigyoujiYuyuko 4 년 전 +111

      Did you check the switch’s switch and the backup switch

    • @user-qx8mj5bd1i
      @user-qx8mj5bd1i 4 년 전 +27

      @@SaigyoujiYuyuko the engine has a switch inside the spark plug in the oil filter in the gas tank

    • @kiralaxer5772
      @kiralaxer5772 4 년 전

      😂

    • @braydenbledsoe3252
      @braydenbledsoe3252 4 년 전 +15

      Don't forget that there's a switch inside the switch as well!

    • @user-qx8mj5bd1i
      @user-qx8mj5bd1i 4 년 전 +19

      the car didn't start because you forgot to start the car

  • @t.d.mich.7064
    @t.d.mich.7064 년 전 +7

    Added benefit, Prime new oil filters after an oil change with the switch in the cut off position.

  • @CODACAIN76
    @CODACAIN76 7 개월 전

    I’ve been watching all of your videos for some years now and I’ve learned a lot either if it’s was for other model vehicles they’re all a learning experience. Keep up the great informational videos. I’m a continue learning!

  • @farrelpramono30
    @farrelpramono30 4 년 전 +496

    The criminal who tear down ur friends S2k has a special place in hell

    • @jahimuddin7380
      @jahimuddin7380 4 년 전 +22

      Nah man, we do not want someone that evil down here in Hell.

    • @septanos
      @septanos 4 년 전 +9

      @jahim udddin
      Well yes but actually no

    • @slang3180
      @slang3180 4 년 전 +7

      Farrel Pramono Mom: why are you crying so damn loud

    • @justinlaw3153
      @justinlaw3153 4 년 전 +11

      Perhaps we can start a support fund to help him get a replacement. I've had quite a bit of experience with thieves so I know how he must feel

    • @M_773
      @M_773 4 년 전 +1

      @@justinlaw3153 insurance?

  • @VSM787
    @VSM787 4 년 전 +1602

    Damn I really feel bad for the guy that lost his S2000😦

    • @DoomFinger511
      @DoomFinger511 4 년 전 +141

      especially since it turned into a toyota at 1:18

    • @kl0neee
      @kl0neee 4 년 전 +14

      @@DoomFinger511 lmfaaaao

    • @vitorinaldi7304
      @vitorinaldi7304 4 년 전 +39

      Yes, also to find it stripped out in a ditch :(

    • @justinl2009
      @justinl2009 4 년 전 +40

      Time to break someone's kneecaps

    • @peerbrent
      @peerbrent 4 년 전 +12

      I can feel the same as a car guy :C

  • @davegscot
    @davegscot 9 개월 전 +24

    This is a great idea but could be implemented in a better way: add a 'momentary' push-to-make switch in the crank (or security) circuit. This way, it is automatically 'armed' when the motor is shut down (you don't need to remember to throw the kill switch). But moreover it avoids the potential danger of the fuel pump accidentally being stopped while you are driving (at which point you might miss your power steering and servo'ed brakes (if auto)).

  • @gunnermach1503
    @gunnermach1503 4 년 전 +236

    First vid I’ve seen without any use of soapy water lol.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 년 전 +29

      It makes an appearance at the end and I ended up using it to clean under the center console but I didnt show it haha

    • @canon_gaming3917
      @canon_gaming3917 4 년 전 +11

      btw it is soapy wooder (͡o‿O͡)

    • @gunnermach1503
      @gunnermach1503 4 년 전

      Canonballs WOO that’s what I put but you know... auto correct 😅 lol

    • @gunnermach1503
      @gunnermach1503 4 년 전

      ChrisFix I KNEW IT! lol love the vids man keep it up! Your the reason I got into cars and now working at a shop!

    • @canon_gaming3917
      @canon_gaming3917 4 년 전 +1

      @@gunnermach1503 lmao relatable

  • @bigtuco0496
    @bigtuco0496 4 년 전 +832

    Directions unclear I stole my car

  • @bijanshahidi3933

    It is always Awesome to watch your presentations. You r to me the king of utube. Thanks Chris so much.

  • @MetalKingdomOfHammer
    @MetalKingdomOfHammer 8 개월 전 +6

    Hey- great instructional video. I'm thinking someone can still go to the relay (if they know where it is) and trace the killswitch cable back, or better yet, just reattach the wires without the killswitch. To avoid this, you can reroute that other end of the wire so that it isn't even in the spot where the relay is; obfuscate it through panels that would require taking a considerable amount of the car apart to trace it.

    • @cpspec3004
      @cpspec3004 6 개월 전

      Can you explain this a little more? I was thinking the same that it would be easy to just re-splice those wires if you know where the relay is. Where would you reroute which wire? thanks!

  • @deathstroke7316
    @deathstroke7316 4 년 전 +1998

    As a professional car thief,I must say this was very informative and educational
    Thank you

    • @v-night3852
      @v-night3852 4 년 전 +20

      Indeed it is

    • @monks311
      @monks311 4 년 전 +17

      Lol your late to the program thief

    • @ahmedfathalli1713
      @ahmedfathalli1713 4 년 전 +14

      itspretty piss dude he obviously doesn’t have to find it he will go to the wire harness first and cut the end connected to the switch and fit back up 😂

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  4 년 전 +556

      Glad the video was helpful! I dont discriminate. Just dont come crying to me when you get "a surprise" when you try to flip the wrong kill switch in one of my cars ;)

    • @justanotheraviator2357
      @justanotheraviator2357 4 년 전 +15

      Repo man?

  • @rs-flamingo
    @rs-flamingo 4 년 전 +231

    Gotta install a 2nd decoy switch that just activates the horn and can't be turned off

    • @codypeloso5620
      @codypeloso5620 4 년 전 +3

      Then how would you turn your horn off and stop people around where you live from destorying it?

    • @kylereese5009
      @kylereese5009 4 년 전 +2

      wtf ? lol !

    • @codypeloso5620
      @codypeloso5620 4 년 전 +1

      The horn would make people pissed if it goes off for too long

    • @iawindowss4061
      @iawindowss4061 4 년 전 +4

      @@Asdayasman exactly

    • @void970t5
      @void970t5 4 년 전 +1

      Lol horns mean nothing just pop the hood cut horn wires, problem solved

  • @SomeoneCommenting
    @SomeoneCommenting 년 전 +9

    Notice that when wires are grouped that way in a single connector, they all have specific colors to identify them along the length of the entire run wherever they end up on the other side under the hood or anywhere else. Some are yellow with green stripe, green with yellow stripe, black with yellow stripe, etc. You can identify the wire color, follow the group sheath to see where it ends, and make your splice in a more hidden location under the hood, where it can look more like an actual engine installation, and from there still bring your switch to wherever you need it. In that way when the thief looks at the connector it wouldn't show that it was altered with crimps, electric tape, etc. The thief can see the obvious extra wire pair that is not part of the group and try to follow it to se where it ends, or where it's going, and guess where your switch could be.

    • @j2w1_lub
      @j2w1_lub 11 개월 전 +4

      Would the thief go to that much effort though? When they realise it doesn't start, unless they really really wanted it they would probably run so they do not get caught by the owner.

    • @zgzane591
      @zgzane591 9 개월 전 +1

      @@j2w1_lub security for the security

    • @fmbida
      @fmbida 9 개월 전 +2

      thanks for the advice. I shall make sure the extra wire is the same colour code as the one to which I am connecting

  • @brandonlarose1052

    Been watching your videos throughout my childhood, mostly the driftstang videos waiting for the day I get a car of my own.
    My dad just got me a C4 vette for my first car to daily drive in the summer, i dont live somewhere where sports cars are very popular, lots of snow but its to learn how to be a mechanic.
    This is somthing I'm definitly going to install, since where I work, its not a good part of town and lots of foot traffic, and even with the chip system, I'm nervous about thevery

  • @ski773
    @ski773 2 년 전 +766

    Gonna try to daisy-chain them so that several switches have to be set to the right position, mad max style

    • @EdwinvandenAkker
      @EdwinvandenAkker 2 년 전 +49

      And when you connect them in parallel. Leaving your car at some place would be parallel parking...

    • @peteradstahl
      @peteradstahl 2 년 전 +40

      haha, up down up up up down up down down ... vroom!

    • @DivinityOfBLaze
      @DivinityOfBLaze 2 년 전 +32

      At that point... wouldnt it be easier for the thief to just cut the wires and stick them together?

    • @EdwinvandenAkker
      @EdwinvandenAkker 2 년 전 +18

      @@DivinityOfBLaze yeah, that’s what I usually do 😉

    • @brandonetter
      @brandonetter 2 년 전 +1

      @@EdwinvandenAkker 15

  • @oliverkreminski9966
    @oliverkreminski9966 3 년 전 +289

    It show how dedicated you are reading comments years later

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  3 년 전 +129

      I spend 4 hours everyday reading and responding to comments!

    • @davidmeskhi8446
      @davidmeskhi8446 3 년 전 +11

      @@chrisfix you're awesome dude

    • @elicopter_go_brr
      @elicopter_go_brr 3 년 전 +4

      @@chrisfix 4 hours?! hey btw, when will you gonna boost your honda, we are all waiting for it

    • @jasonjr2500
      @jasonjr2500 3 년 전 +2

      @@chrisfix I really want to see the boost on honda I want to boost my van and want to see someone I trust do it so I can follow the correct steps

    • @flyte707
      @flyte707 3 년 전

      69 likes and I’m not about to change that

  • @GeauxAssassin
    @GeauxAssassin 년 전

    Thank you for this. I’m currently binging a lot of your videos to save them for later when I buy my own truck.

  • @johnnybagofdoughnuts4193

    You have a knack for finding jobs to explain that are just hard enough to be worth doing, but not so hard to be beyond the majority of your audience.

  • @jerrycook6491
    @jerrycook6491 년 전 +1985

    As a professional auto mechanic, I got to see several different "kill switch" installations but the most ingenius theft prevention did NOT include an aftermarket switch of any kind. It was NOT a kill switch but a START PREVENTION system. The owner had the starter relay connected to the HIGH BEAM side of the dimmer switch so the only time the starter would engage was when the HIGH BEAMS were turned on! If done properly, I would challenge ANYONE to find out why the car would NOT start!

  • @jacobgellinger
    @jacobgellinger 년 전 +838

    I find a good habit to get into when adding switches is to use one male and one female connector on the switch leg wires. That way, if your switch goes bad and your stuck without tools, you can just unplug the switch and plug those wires directly to each other.
    Also, I would avoid using a style of wire loom or wire color that is blaringly different from stock appearance. Run those wires tightly against stock looms when possible. Hide em!
    Personally I like to have a bit of fun with my kill switches. Its an opportunity to get creative. My last one, I installed a 3 legged switch. One hot for pump in, one for pump out. The third leg, when switch is armed, redirects power to the horn. Someone trys to hotwire the car and they blast the horn instead. Probably won't stick around to figure it out after that.

    • @chrisfix
      @chrisfix  년 전 +157

      Thanks a lot and good ideas.

    • @BustaShenanigans
      @BustaShenanigans 년 전 +21

      Could I make one of the buttons in my car be my kill switch, such as rear defrost?

    • @sioops4399
      @sioops4399 년 전 +12

      @@BustaShenanigans I know its possible, I just don’t know how.. sorry if this isn’t helpful lol

    • @fmj9237
      @fmj9237 년 전 +8

      Can you make a tutorial of that?

    • @aydenfellerhoff3160
      @aydenfellerhoff3160 년 전 +7

      @@BustaShenanigans Yeah but you'd probably have to be more eletrically talented - i know it'd probably be easy with a personalized CPU, but probably much more difficult if you just try to do it eletrically

  • @cynicalsuka2463
    @cynicalsuka2463 24 일 전

    I dont own a car and i am not a car enthusiast either but i am addicted to his videos. i get ASMR feelings from it

  • @starguard4122
    @starguard4122 8 개월 전

    Thank you for taking the time to make this video. It was very useful and informative!

  • @pointedspider
    @pointedspider 4 년 전 +1276

    10 bucks says he didn't move the switch after the video

    • @TheReptiGaming
      @TheReptiGaming 4 년 전 +66

      pointedspider let’s go find out

    • @anbuu6848
      @anbuu6848 4 년 전 +10

      Reelspill I’m down

    • @WayToManyAssassins
      @WayToManyAssassins 4 년 전 +25

      He bought that car for $300 😂 Not worth it

    • @mattattack713
      @mattattack713 4 년 전 +12

      yeah he put thread locker on and i thought thats a wrap jack, hes not moving it lmao

    • @jjeaazyy
      @jjeaazyy 4 년 전 +3

      Poonam Singh you dont have to sub to a channel to steal a car

  • @DazTheMe
    @DazTheMe 4 년 전 +467

    I installed one of these on my girlfriend's car last year.
    Haven't told her yet.

    • @notparrot5576
      @notparrot5576 4 년 전 +17

      This is your girlfriend. Come here right now

    • @StLaparole
      @StLaparole 4 년 전 +6

      so she couldn´t run off?

    • @DazTheMe
      @DazTheMe 4 년 전 +11

      @@StLaparole So she can't drive off.

    • @taki727
      @taki727 4 년 전 +29

      Super helpful if she plans to take the kids. SHOULD'VE DONE THIS TO KAREN 😡

    • @dillenchetty2709
      @dillenchetty2709 4 년 전 +6

      Keep her car safe bro

  • @JamesKlafehn
    @JamesKlafehn 9 개월 전

    Wow, from one youtuber to another, you did a great job on this!

  • @jamesscimone1447
    @jamesscimone1447 6 개월 전

    This guy is good. Easy to see why he has 10M subs. This was awesome. Thanks Chris !

  • @HaXD1209
    @HaXD1209 2 년 전 +480

    "The only way to steal your car is to tow it"
    Tow truck driver: Hell yeah

    • @Jumpsuit13HEYPEOPLETHISISMYURL
      @Jumpsuit13HEYPEOPLETHISISMYURL 2 년 전 +4

      repo man has joined the chat

    • @FletcherHillier
      @FletcherHillier 2 년 전 +4

      You can still win. GPS welded into the frame with 1/4" steel plate and a separate battery that is charged by the main battery. GPS receivers draw very little power and you can easily run it for over a month even after they chopped the car. Show up with extra keys and buddies, take it in broad daylight as you can prove ownership and nobody else can. This avoids fighting for your car and the theif would have to identify themselves to stop you.
      A siren welded into the frame on an "always on" circuit, that activates permanently once a certain wire is unplugged. Any random wire will do, try to pick one on a valuable part that can be split where it isn't seen.
      Nobody ever chops a frame, and this makes it so they have to cut the frame (extremely loud) to make it stop. They'll dump the car ASAP or run
      My dad's Austin mini got chopped in his work parking lot while he was working. A loud noise would have saved his car and given him a chance to see how many people fit in the trunk :P

    • @Jumpsuit13HEYPEOPLETHISISMYURL
      @Jumpsuit13HEYPEOPLETHISISMYURL 2 년 전

      @@FletcherHillier eh easier to hook up a tracker to a fuse tap, just pop off a panel in the footwell and drop in in a hole in the frame, even just leave it there without bothering with the frame at all it isnt like the repo guys are looking for a tracker

    • @FletcherHillier
      @FletcherHillier 2 년 전

      @@Jumpsuit13HEYPEOPLETHISISMYURL Yes you could put it anywhere, and as an extra precaution don't do any of our suggestions :P Custom security features made by you and known only by you are the best. Most of us aren't protecting vintage hot rods, so easier may be better.

    • @Jumpsuit13HEYPEOPLETHISISMYURL
      @Jumpsuit13HEYPEOPLETHISISMYURL 2 년 전

      @@FletcherHillier for sure, best thing to do is always gonna depend on your specific vehicle, preferences, capabilities, and purposes