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Old Aug 10, 2004 | 12:10 AM
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I have been saving up for about half the year, and have about $350 dollars.. I know I should get a Security System, but knowing where I live I know I will never need it, but I would like the peace @ mind. I am going to school in 2 weeks and some one may try to f@#k my car up. I can get a TRD muffler, Strut Bar or drive to Tulsa and get Lowering Springs. Or go down the street and get a Viper SS. I am just now sure which to get. My gut is telling me to get the Security first, then the muffler, Strutbar, Springs and wheelz as money comes, in that order. I may get a job next summer, and get all the stuff on my list get the SS now, and get someting this christmas

What do u'all think?
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Old Aug 10, 2004 | 12:59 AM
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i say go with the security system because to me it makes more sense to invest now in something to protect your car and everything else you invest in it rather than invest in parts and then lastly put the sec sys in leaving your car valnurable that whole time whether your in a good area or not....good areas are the places people go to anyway when they are looking to steal stuff, not only for that reason (people thinking they dont need it becasue where the live), but because theoretically people with more money live in those types of areas
Old Aug 10, 2004 | 02:15 AM
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Thanks for the responce. Ur right, it makes sense to protect it first..

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Old Aug 10, 2004 | 05:50 AM
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dude, hit up bill(scionspeacialties.com) he has a security system thats very nice and fits perfectly into your budget. the install is pretty smooth and he is a cool guy and will answer all your questions.
Old Aug 10, 2004 | 10:32 AM
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You could always send it my way, I will light a candle for you at the local catholic church ?
Old Aug 10, 2004 | 04:13 PM
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My credit card bill would appreciate 350 bucks, that's if you can't make up your mind or anything.............................

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Old Aug 10, 2004 | 04:26 PM
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What exactly is it that you think a security system will do for you?

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Old Aug 10, 2004 | 04:33 PM
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The security system will help lower your insurance bill too... :D
Old Aug 10, 2004 | 05:49 PM
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Originally Posted by mill0048
The security system will help lower your insurance bill too... :D
5-10 percent discount equals about 50 -100 a year. It would take 4 to 6 years to recover the money spent.
Use it for something like Springs, CAI.. Gasoline ..Beer...
Why do you think you need a security system?
Old Aug 11, 2004 | 04:56 AM
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i would say security first as well........
Old Aug 11, 2004 | 02:37 PM
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Originally Posted by rolex87
My credit card bill would appreciate 350 bucks, that's if you can't make up your mind or anything.............................

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Lol, my parents are saying the same thing, so I better spend it quick .

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Old Aug 11, 2004 | 02:44 PM
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Originally Posted by macncheese
What exactly is it that you think a security system will do for you?

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It will give me peace @ mind. And that is about all I expect it to do. I am still thinking, but I have an idea. I will keep on saving and hopefully double that amount by Christmas and give myself some nice gifts(Strut Bar, Muffler, Security, & Sports Grill maybe)! I REALLY want some wheels but the ones I am looking at are $$$$ and would have to wait until next summer to afford them.

I have soo many ideas and not enough casH! :twisted:
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Old Aug 11, 2004 | 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Fr8mvr
Originally Posted by mill0048
The security system will help lower your insurance bill too... :D
5-10 percent discount equals about 50 -100 a year. It would take 4 to 6 years to recover the money spent.
Use it for something like Springs, CAI.. Gasoline ..Beer...
Why do you think you need a security system?
I really want some springs , but I would have to drive to Tulsa to get them, no way in hell am I paying my dealer 650 for install. Tulsa=$320 of savings... I want to buy them and try to put them on myself or take it to a garage, but parents want everything done at a certified dealer.

(Ordered the CAI at purchase but the dealer didnt install it)
-nt
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