How to Install Push Button Start in your Car

[@shannonbrooks8834]

I wired mine up after watching this video. 2005 F150 FX4. Hit the starter switch and my neighbors blender came on.... A work in progress.

[@StrangeGarage]

Yours has a PATS (passive anti-theft system) chip in the key, it's an extra step to get it to work. Lots of good forums on how to bypass that system. Good luck, and thanks for the funny comment!

[@deandean1400]

I purchased same switch panel and was puzzled when I started the installation. I found your video and the rest is history. You are a gentleman and a scholar! Thanks!!!

[@ess2586]

95 Mustang GT 5.0 owner her....THANK YOU for this!...After becoming tired of spending $$ on broken stock ignition switch problems, I decided to go fully keyless... My main obstacle is the ignition wiring module . You explained very well how to figure out what goes where with a multimeter....huge help!

[@StrangeGarage]

Glad I can help man! Once you figure out your voltage, dont forget to disconnect your battery while you wire it up. Some of those fuses are serious $$$. People always say "Just use your multimeter", and never explain further. Most people have no idea how to use one, so I wanted to make sure I wasn't one of "those guys". Good luck man!

[@lowsatanas]

Sooooo what your saying is I can have multiple hot wires coming from car going into the push start module? Because I’m in the same boat as the other guy, 97 mustang and it’s a lot of continuity through the wires so I wanted to just splice them together and go like that but was scared 😂 so could I?

[@buddydupuis1271]

This was, by far, the best electrical guide I have yet seen, pretty much for anything car related. Short and concise descriptions, perfect execution with practical test, loved it! Will use this when I purchase basically the same thing to replace my failing ignition switch on my 1990 jeep cherokee. New subscriber gained!

[@mateymate3066]

how did it go with your ignition switch?

[@DanielJaegerFilms]

Loved your wiring diagrams! You definitely deserve more subscribers!

[@StrangeGarage]

+DanielJaegerFilms Don't worry, It's going to happen soon enough:) thanks for watching!

[@StrangeGarage]

On a side note, I have gotten lots of new subscribers. Good luck is on the way for this guy, maybe. lol.

[@kinqcurlz8662]

that license plate killed me XD

[@StrangeGarage]

Alex I’m glad you got a sense of humor. My wife didn’t think it was funny at all.

[@jogaton7994]

XD

[@ksubswithnovideos-iz4kx]

Alex lmao bigdik

[@drift5170]

RIP

[@jacksonplaysairsoft1609]

Hahahah XD

[@mateymate3066]

Genius! I want one of these in my Van! ..keep on making the world a strange place!

[@StrangeGarage]

Don't give me too much credit. The only smart thing I did was make the video, I had to do something one way or another. I'm glad you liked it, thanks for being a Stranger😎

[@Blougheed]

watched this video with my new 7.1 surround sound headphones...@ 6:40 your dog barked.... i just spent 5 minutes looking for my dog that was out in the yard cause i thought she was stuck... great video!

[@StrangeGarage]

+Blougheed dude, if I edited out every clip where that dog barked I would never have any footage. Sammy is a maniac! Lol, that's funny though. What kind of dog do you have?

[@jarrodabel4529]

Should totally leave the panel, looks great...and that horn is a special little guy. Love you videos, keep-em coming.

[@StrangeGarage]

I appreciate that man! I'm working hard. I'm going to make a plexi glass back-lit switch panel with custom writing on my CNC machine, exactly how i want it, you know? It probably won't happen for months though, lol. Tell your friends!

[@philjohnson8184]

You seem like you might have the same problem I do... Too many projects and not enough time. You should just use one of those label makers to label your switches until you get around to doing the CNC project. I love my label maker. That reminds me... MORE LABELS!!!

[@StrangeGarage]

Phil Johnson You got my number there! Definitely too many projects. It’s good though, because I have enough projects to keep my channel busy.

[@StrangeGarage]

Phil Johnson You got my number there! Definitely too many projects. It’s good though, because I have enough projects to keep my channel busy.

[@ArZer]

i just found this channel and already love it, i love the Licence plate

[@SpadeNya]

Freaking awesome dude. This is exactly what I needed. I plan on working out how to make a fingerprint scanner on an Arduino act as an all in one relay. The wiring diagrams in this video are ON POINT AND USEFUL AS HELL! THANK YOU!

[@fusseldieb]

Probably a bit too late to respond, but get a ESP32. It is compatible with the Arduino IDE and you can scan for BLE devices. Maybe you know for what I'm going here hehe

[@erictownsend8711]

Clear as mud, but impressive knowledge to be able to figure that out. Nice work.

[@ramhornjoe]

Nice post, I have one of these coming for my 89 F250 don't have the nifty horn but my ignition decided to spin all the way around the other day and instead of opening a potential can of worms by opening up the column this seemed a simpler solution. Thanks you got a new and dare I say totally strange subscriber

[@StrangeGarage]

ramhornjoe Thanks man, welcome to my channel. That's super frustrating about your truck! Does your ignition still "work" or is it totally wrecked? Mine won't hold a tumbler anymore, so I was SOL. I'm putting another panel in my boat in the coming weeks, I haven't decided how much detail I'm going to go into, but if you come up with any questions/issues just give me a shout and I'll try to work it into my next vid. Thanks for watching!

[@beaujohnston4949]

"Because we follow the rules here at strange garage"......SUBSCRIBED

[@badlandman8168]

Quick security tip for anyone. Since this requires no key just hide a toggle switch somewhere that is on the push button start circuit. If you have a rubber shifter boot, a good place is under there.

[@martinnegron8692]

Kudos to you, best "simple" explanation. Thanks

[@inhisnameislay3401]

LOL so freaking cool had the exact same situation and it was definitely a bucket list cross off. thanks for normalizing my crazy existence

[@daddydawg1902]

Bought the same Panel for my '90 F-250. No prob with the Ignition.. I just wanted one for a Long time now and my son-in-Law needs one for his '95 Ranger. (Starts with a screwdriver) Thought I'd try this on Mine then buys him one if it works as a present. I'm using the relay that comes with it but some say it's not needed. Good Job on the video and I agree about those wiring diagrams... got a headache right now from trying to figure them out...

[@StrangeGarage]

The only reason for the relay is to stop the starter from spinning until the "On" switch is flipped. So no, you really don't need it. On my old truck you could hit the start button anytime and the starter would spin, but the truck wouldn't start till you flipped it to "on". Good luck man, thanks for watching!

[@daddydawg1902]

@@StrangeGarage Thanks for the quick reply.. I'll give it a try. One other question .. I noticed when you cut the connector off and determined the connections between them to wire-nut them together under the dash... I understand the two you 'hot-wired the Push-button with... But what about the Toggle.. Can you Use those same as the constant Voltage to the Input side of the toggle or is that what the one wire that was not connected to any thing for.

[@EKKoSYKESMusic]

Would this work on an 88 f150? I too replaced my steering column and I have to push the rod down to engage the power, then turn the key to unlock the wheel, then push the button to start it (previous owner installed a push button start). So yea I’m looking to bypass the ignition switch

[@highwayroadrunner206]

Awesome Video. Perfect for my 78' Ford Courier that is my project truck. Thanks again. Greenville, NC

[@chillaxter13]

Living in Buckley, I swear I recognize the housing style right down the hill from me... Hope to see you on the road someday! Great project, (except the plywood, of course)!

[@justinjfritz88]

Great vid! I've done some similar work in my own vehicle with air horns and lights. My one caution to your viewers is that after a bit of night driving the little red LEDs on the dash drove me nuts! I used a couple of coats of red latex paint and the wifes nail polish to dim'em down. Stay Strange bro

[@StrangeGarage]

Yeah way too bright! My truck is really just a dump runner, so it doesn't get a lot of nighttime driving, fortunately. Thanks for watching bro! Glad to have another Stranger.

[@beta4201]

Best tutorial for this on this entire planet

[@StrangeGarage]

Hey thanks a lot!

[@TheElevenBravo]

Great job, sir! -Loved the sense of humor! ........and keep making videos, man!

[@creationzthruair834]

This was great thank you. Only thing is, what about that relay switch that comes with it? What's it for?

[@davechatelle6505]

I don't see a problem with any of the configuration you chose. Looks good to me; I would leave it just the way you have it in the video.

[@Sonicdude10]

I did the same thing to an old off road only Toyota I had. Lock cylinder was destroyed. Switch still worked and for some time I had it screwed to my dash with a key head JB welded into it so I could turn it. Worked like stock as it was the stock ignition switch. I finally ditched it in favor of switches and buttons as I added more stuff and needed more switches. I did mine DIY style as I had access to all kinds of switches and buttons. I ended up with a single master switch for all vehicle power and a key button for the engine crank. Even had a simple metal panel sitting in place of stock radio everything mounted to. Wish I still had that truck...

[@whatyousaidbud]

So glad you removed the ignition barrel, too many people install a button start and leave the ignition barrel installed meaning you have to insert the key and turn it to position 1 and then press the button which is completely pointless! Takes longer than just turning the key all the way!

[@kevincofield3856]

Many people do that if the key is chipped.

[@Rdlerke]

i like how you sit up straight and proper in your truck.

[@StrangeGarage]

+Rdlerke I didn't really think about it until you mentioned it. Glad you like it though.

[@duskydalton7156]

I’m totally doing this in my metro project! Hopefully after watching this a couple more times I get it a bit better.

[@StrangeGarage]

You got this dude. All the technical mumbo-jumbo isn't really important, just make it work, and unplug your battery before you wire stuff, otherwise you'll burn up the expensive big ass fuses that connect everything (I did that on MY metro actually when I replaced the ignition). Good luck!

[@talulasnow]

If you ever end up selling that car, the next owner is going to look at all that and say ''What the hell happend here?''. :D

[@StrangeGarage]

+polar bear18 doesn't hold a candle to how I got It! It was totally jacked! I had to replace front and back seats, and you still couldn't start it with the key. I'll send them a KZbin link when I sell it. That'll answer lots of questions.

[@kennyg.4329]

Very good description and schematic simple yet effective I've seen people really over complicate things like that. KISS principal utilized well. New subscriber now and because you remind me of a dear friend of mine I have not seen for years. Good on ya keep up the good work.

[@GregtheAwesomeNinja]

Know I’m a little late to the party but will this work in a PATS system?

[@StrangeGarage]

Gotta bypass your PATS first if you have one. There are great forums on doing this online. I know TheRangerStation has a few on it, really good info if you need to bypass yours.

[@GregtheAwesomeNinja]

@@StrangeGarage you are the man

[@AsiAzzy]

Speaking of hotwiring. Due to a very bad starter.. for a while a vehicle that it is not cared for (nor driven) at my work had this procedure of starting: Put the contact on (and shift to neutral - manual gearbox, also the parking brake was not working too well), open the hood and there we had laying around the solenoid wire and the starter wire.. so touch the solenoid wire to + and then touch the starter wire with plus. after that release the cables and tuck them back into the makeshift insulation out of a hose. Did that like 10 times by now in the past two years. (the car does not require MOT as it is driven only on private property of the company.. big enough to actually drive. It also doesn't have plates)

[@fjnagle2nd]

Aside from keeping the truck locked, is there any kind of security for this push button start. Modern cars detect the key fob, so if it's not present the car will not start. Just wondering...

[@StrangeGarage]

Good question. I have a Hidden killswitch. Gotta flip it to start the truck.

[@brandonstewart5398]

Dude finally. I've been looking for a straight forwards video to wire a start button in my F150 (97) for damn week. Thank you.

[@StrangeGarage]

Oh, same truck. Nice!

[@GaryHughes]

Bought my switches separately and things seemed to work fine... except no signals but thanks to your video, I'm guessing I need to trace another Acc wire from under the dash. BUT: After about 10/15 min my primary power switch gets extremely hot to the touch. I'm afraid I'm going to end up with another electrical fire. Any idea why? (It's a 20A lighted metal switch from local auto parts shop)

[@quintonclark2339]

I’m high rn so run and I’ve done a basic push button start. Starter and battery to a button. But this looks fun asf.

[@mariorowland8342]

Your voice sounds like the guy on Property Brothers. Nice video

[@StrangeGarage]

I've never actually watched the show. Gonna have to check it out. Those are the twin brothers, right?

[@mariorowland8342]

@@StrangeGarage Yes

[@GManKeepsltReal]

Can you tell me witch wires you wire nutted together under the dash just before you hot wired it?

[@KhashsGarage]

Would you make a video on how to hook up a fuel pump to one of those switches?

[@StrangeGarage]

Khash Bagheri I'm totally doing that next week. I need to do that on my boat already, so everybody is happy! Thanks for the input, and thanks for watching!

[@KhashsGarage]

Strange Garage awesome! I have a 1988 Ford bronco and the fuel pump works fine along with everything related to it but it will only stay on for a minute then it will shut off. The computer isn’t doing its job and to fix it will cost a lot! I’m just going to hard wire it to a switch.

[@StrangeGarage]

Khash Bagheri Same thing I'm gonna do on the panel, just my switch has a perfect little panel to fit in. Easy money man.

[@matthewlee2686]

that's easy as hell to do.

[@leooc2862]

Great Video, how do you by pass the security system. 98 Ford explorer. Help

[@CORZER0]

Nice work! Button has to be held down manually until it fires up. How can I modify the system to hold until it fires up after only tapping it like most late model cars?

[@StrangeGarage]

Great question.... that would require quite a bit of work. There may be a simple way to do it, but I'm unaware of one. A holding contact would keep the button held down, the tricky part would be turning the starter off. I think it would require a PLC.

[@CORZER0]

@@StrangeGarage Maybe some sort of timer circuit and a MOSFET to a relay? The starts on late model, fuel injected vehicles are very consistent. Could probably program an IC to hold for "x+1" and it would work great.

[@StrangeGarage]

@@CORZER0 Yep, just gotta get the timing right with the proper relays or controller. But it still might not always work. Older cars can be funky sometimes.

[@ant1cs918]

i have the exact same problem with my 2002 ford mustang gt and i bought your buttons and plan to do it just like you did, any tips you could throw my way?

[@fluffy2227]

Seriously appreciate this video. I lost my keys to my 4th gen and im going to attempt what you did haha

[@andrewwilson7329]

I have a 2002 dodge Dakota that I'm currently starting with a screwdriver cause I lost my key how would you wire up a start switch in that?

[@johnmack4802]

Quick question I have a 91 ford bronco which two wires do I touch like u did to start the truck ?

[@Realfredoe]

Hey man i want to donthe exact same this but because my key ignition pin is broken i broke it while steering wheel was locked and now i cant start it but with a screw driver and i want to change that and this look really dope but the wireing is confueing

[@HISL67]

This guy seems pretty cool love ur license plates

[@StrangeGarage]

Thanks man, I try to keep life pretty chill.

[@murdered2v439]

Hey bro how exactly did you bypass not having to use the key at all?

[@StrangeGarage]

Are you talking about mechanically or electrically? Mechanically, the guy before me just took out the key tumbler so the steering wheel wouldn't lock. Electrically, I did it all in this video. That's how I did it.

[@murdered2v439]

@@StrangeGarage I want it just like yours, I have the ignition cylinder out along with the upper actuator gear so it won’t lock. I would just wire that ignition switch to the ignition switch on the panel?

[@smalliq1829]

how did you do the accessories wiring? to which switches, and how do they come on with the ignition?

[@fatcattowing8990]

THANK YOU !!!! you have given me a very good idea, and im going to follow it and put a push button in my truck!!

[@StrangeGarage]

What kind of truck do you have? Someone gave me a great idea the other day: leave the key as is, and just splice in the starter leg, so you still turn the key to turn on the ignition, then you can use the push button to start it and do whatever you want with the rest of the switches. I would have done that if my key worked.

[@Obscenities]

@@StrangeGarage exactly what I need. I just think flipping all the switches is more fun!

[@nelsonsantos770]

Any idea on wiring a starter switch and engage switch on small engine like field and brush mower?

[@DrBoomting]

Awesome video, just one question, how would this work if my truck only has 2 (hot) wires out of 6?

[@StrangeGarage]

How many total wires does the ignition have?

[@StrangeGarage]

Oh, sorry, you answered that. Obviously the 2 hots are intended to power the other 4, so you can determine the specific circuits by pulling fuses and seeing which wire goes dead, then wire it up accordingly. You can use jumper wires to distribute the power from one hot to multiple switches, and my guess is one hot wire is only for the starter. Easy peesy

[@DrBoomting]

Thanks for the reply. I've found out which wire is which. Will I be able to connect all the wires (other than the starter) to one toggle switch?

[@StrangeGarage]

What I would do if I were you would keep using your key for the ignition, then wire the push button in series with the red "on" switch. That way you still have the secutiry of the key, and you dont overload the switch.

[@angryzombie8088]

Thank you for the video! Nice explanation easy to understand. I want to use this switch panel for my PC since I place the PC on the wall rather than on the table.

[@nicklopez7536]

I need to do this too my 02 malibi can somone please help... So first of all that switch he pulled from under that he says he uses instead of his key for now, what is that? He wired directly to is so i would assume it is an ignition switch (a backup stock ignition switch??)? Do all carshave that? I also want to know whether the start buttom is a momentary switch or an on off switch. I would assume a mometary switch because he doesn't have to turn it back off? Does mean it has to be timed perfectly just like when you normal turn the key? I would assume so..

[@nicklopez7536]

So if i were to do this i would pull power from the wiring harness that leads to the actual turn key mechanism/switch?

[@StrangeGarage]

You're just diverting the electricity from the factory switch to the switch panel. Basically copying the existing circuits and moving them. So your factory ignition switch has a contact for your starter relay, you just move those two wires to the push button. Same for the rest of your circuits. You just need to determine your continuity with a meter, exactly like I did in the video. You'll get itm

[@jordandeford1653]

Very informative, what horn is that?

[@StrangeGarage]

Jordan DeFord It's a straight up Firetruck horn. Here is the install video if you want to know more about it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmKyeKOqnd-saKs

[@jlermzgt9393]

Has it ever stuck after pushing start ? Mines started Sticking and the starter wouldn’t shut off while truck was on. Any ideas why it’s doing that?

[@StrangeGarage]

Are you using the relay? The relay may be "latching". It's all in how the relay is wired.

[@jlermzgt9393]

No, my buddy just wired straight from the ignition switch wires into the push start panel. Iv been hot wiring recently cause I’m afraid it’ll possibly catch fire or something

[@kirbycollins3223]

The Horn in the Middle of the Night was the Best Idea Ever! INSPIRING!💪😇🤪 Fun Video!

[@StrangeGarage]

Yeah I probably upset a couple people with that one, lol. I've accidentally scared several of my neighbors with that thing.

[@loganloessin4569]

Is that a deisel bc my fords ignition is going out I’m thinking of doing this how hard is it

[@StrangeGarage]

This is a Gas F150. It's not "hard", but I'm a mechanic with a speciality in electrical controls, so it may be harder for people who don't do a lot of electrical.

[@loganloessin4569]

@@StrangeGarage thanks man I was just wondering I figured on a gas it was easier because on a deisel do Ik I gotta let the glow plugs warm up

[@thegoat7043]

I have a question if you have a bad ignition switch that won’t start your car will this work? I’ve been trying to get answers so I can get somebody to install in on my car

[@StrangeGarage]

Yep, it will work. But youre better off replacing the switch if possible.

[@kevincofield3856]

So does the main switch also act as a kill switch to cut everything off, even the engine?

[@StrangeGarage]

Main switch only manages the engine. The other switch handles the accessories.

[@dallashammonds7731]

I'm doing it for fun I think it'll be cool looking considering I have a racing steering wheel and it is my drag truck but it's a f150 too.

[@Dirtymax_Danimal]

I’m 30 seconds into this video and I’m already subscribed!!! Freakin A!!

[@tvstar650]

I have been looking to do something like this. On my 02. How did you bypass the chip?

[@StrangeGarage]

My 97 doesnt have Anti Theft. There are dudes who can show you the process, but if I were you I would leave the key the way it is and just wire the "start" button in so the ignition still works normally.

[@tonylopez2738]

Do you still use the car ignition system or you rewire to the switch my trucks ignition is all beat up and I lost my keys its a 97 chevy

[@StrangeGarage]

Tony Lopez Yeah I use it all the time. For the money it's the best setup I can ask for. Your Chevy has a chip in the key though doesn't it? Thats a trickier deal to wire up.

[@tonylopez2738]

Strange Garage I don't think it has chip I had key only no plastic cover on it

[@tonylopez2738]

So you do needs the keys because I don't have any

[@StrangeGarage]

Tony Lopez If I'm not mistaken, your ECU needs the key chip. I'm sure you can find an article how to bypass the system though. I just don't know that specific system.

[@StrangeGarage]

Tony Lopez On most 90's GM's the chip was in the middle of the key. Little black box with a piece of metal on it.

[@cre25]

This was informational af bro! Awesome vid.

[@StrangeGarage]

Cr_25 You’re welcome, thanks for watching bro!

[@afterhourz215]

Great video great work

[@CarlosGarcia-hx9tt]

i have to do something similar to my volvo. how do your turn the motor off? im looking to get rid of my stitch also

[@StrangeGarage]

Just flip the red switch down.

[@garaiselvis]

Can you pass a cars technical validation with this setup? Is it legal to modify your daily car like this?

[@StrangeGarage]

garaiselvis That's state specific. My state does no inspection except for special circumstances. If your state does inspections, you will totally need to still have am ignition lock of some kind, but it's more of an issue with insurance than "legality".

[@garaiselvis]

Im from europe. In my country we must have an inspection every year.

[@StrangeGarage]

garaiselvis Sorry about the confusion, my channel never really got attention from outside the US until recently. I am guessing that it would not pass that inspection, simply because an insurance company can't insure a vehicle without a locking ignition. You could, however, leave the key as-is, and simply wire the button to the starter solenoid. That way you still have the security and insurance, but still also still get the push button start. Sorry for being long winded.

[@garaiselvis]

Its ok. But great video afterall

[@pabloarguello2265]

Nice video man but I will like to know if it’s necessary to use the relay that comes with the switch ?

[@jimlucas0]

What if I only want to install a button for the starter? Which wires do I tap into? My button has 3 wires.

[@tynandill926]

Great video, but I have an issue with the starter not getting power when I press the start button. I have my starter wire running straight from the start button to my "S" terminal on my starter. I did not use the relay, like you. The button worked great the first couple of days, then I had to bump the starter with a screwdriver to get the starter button to start the car, and now I can't use the button to start it and I have to bump my starter with the screwdriver every time I need to start my car.

[@JohanGavieres]

Was looking at the same one from eBay. Happy I found this video 👍🏼 funny thing is I want buy it because of the switches because it’s cheaper to buy it as this set then as each one.

[@StrangeGarage]

Iamjdmgear Seriously, couldn't believe it was cheaper to buy the set. My main motivation literally was just to have somewhere to mount my horn button. Glad I could help, thanks for watching!

[@areqlanning5148]

Does your truck not have a the anti theft, I wanna do this to my expedition and the wiring to your truck is identical but I have anti theft and am not sure if this will work with an anti theft vehicle

[@StrangeGarage]

Mine does not. There are ways around it, I'm sure someone has done it.

[@4909ak]

Subscribed just cause of the horn, ordering a train horn for my trucks and boat soon haha

[@StrangeGarage]

+Wilbur Katasse hell yeah man. What kind of boat you have?

[@4909ak]

Strange Garage a 24ft hewescraft Pacific Cruiser

[@StrangeGarage]

Wilbur Katasse oh Nice! Probably caught some good fish on that bad boy! I'm building my first boat right now from a 17' bayliner capri.

[@4909ak]

Strange Garage Yeah haha living in Alaska spend a lot of time on the water, catching halibut and pulling crab pots

[@douglasmabe4695]

Need a little help I wired it up and the push button starts perfect but when I turn the toggle switch off it doesn't kill the engine..Any thoughts ?

[@davidcraft4909]

That's pretty good how you explained a simple way to get it all worked out. fortunately for me My samurais key switch only has 3 or 4 wires and Mine will be way easier. I was just prepping myself for installing a switch like the one you are using. I lost the key and its hard to get the lock cylinder for a samurai without replacing a big mechanism thingy ma bob.

[@TomYakov]

I liked the way you explained everything.

[@Official_CheapSkate]

So did you key have a chip in your key? I'm looking at a 96 mustang without key wanna do track car and will snatch if it's this simple theoretically lol

[@darthtrack771]

Did you use a ground from the the original wiring on ignition cylinder,, or just put an additional 1?

[@21krystals80]

With the wiring, could one wire the starter, ignition, and ac, etc to one button? -question from a noob

[@StrangeGarage]

21 krystals Short answer, you need at least 2. Otherwise the starter would crank forever and ruin the starter and/or flywheel. If you mean one switch, which I assume you mean use one switch and still use the push button to start, then it is probably possible, but I wanted to avoid overloading the switch with current. Running too much power through one switch could risk burning it up. I guess that wasn't a shirt answer was it?

[@21krystals80]

Strange Garage also, how did you attach the wires? Did you solder them or just use electrical tape?

[@StrangeGarage]

21 krystals I should do a video for ya my man. I used crimp on connectors: butt splices and fork terminals.

[@StrangeGarage]

Hey, I got that wiring video up for you. Hopefully it answers your question!

[@21krystals80]

Strange Garage alright thx, I'll check it out asap

[@44tarobaap62]

Mhmm is there a way… well there most likely is, but is there a way to have another switch installed somewhere to switch back and forth between the key and buttons?

[@44tarobaap62]

Anyone here live in Toronto, ON 😂😂 help

[@dangerdoberman]

Whoa thanks! Nice truck. I've got a '97 Blazer. Push button time!

[@davidguye4147]

Not even gonna lie, but I ran across this by looking up how to bypass a starter solenoid for pb start on my Mitsubishi 3000gt and deadass just learned how to Hotwire a car

[@timothyhall842]

I have the switch in my 2003 Chevy blazer but I still have to turn my ignition with for my truck to kick over or it it just try’s to turn over how do I make it where I don’t have to use the box

[@StrangeGarage]

Ok, so you hit the button and the starter turns the motor but the engine doesnt start without turning the key?

[@timothyhall842]

Strange Garage so this is how it happened so I was at work and misplaced my key so my dad broke the ignition column and took the box out that the key turns and we bypassed the security and used the box to start it. Then I wired the push start to the box and I have to keep turning the box which has some of the power to the truck the switch turn on the rest of the power but right now without the box I’m the stuck won’t kick over

[@StrangeGarage]

You need a multimeter man. You need to find continuity from the ignition switch so you know where the wires need to go, just like I did in the video. Determine the hot wires, then determine where the power goes via continuity at the switch. To be clear though, will the engine move at all, or is the engine doing nothing at all?

[@timothyhall842]

Strange Garage I have the Panay hooked up and it works great the engine tries to turn over I just don’t know how to make the power on the Panel my kill switch

[@timothyhall842]

I want to get ride of the ignition box completely

[@AdamDaley1]

What horn is that? Is that an electronic one or is there an air tank?

[@StrangeGarage]

Adam Daley It's a straight up Firetruck horn. I got it off a freightliner, but it's an "emergency horn". It runs on 90PSI so I totally need a compressor to run it. I have an install video on my channel if you want to see how i did it.

[@AdamDaley1]

Right that was what I figured, a compressor/tank was involved. Im trying to find the loudest non-compressor or instant air horn. I have one on my truck now which seems to be the louders I could find that does not require a compressor. It has a small built in one that is instant right to the trumpet. Does the job although if I can find one better, without the air tank, great. I have electronic air horns from emergency vehicles but wanted more of a semi-style horn

[@StrangeGarage]

They make fairly large airhorns with satellite compressors that run on 12v. The compressors only kick on when you hit the horn so there is no tank and they only cost about $30. I had one before this, it wasn't bad. If you get a big enough one it should be similar to what youre looking for. Mine is literally perfect, it's everything i ever wanted! The look on people's face is excellent!

[@AdamDaley1]

I'm running the Wolo 845 Road Warrior with a larger 808C compressor so it's instant on. Largest direct driver compressor they offer (18-21PSI). Does the job for me but still wish it was more semi sounding (but i'd need a tank for larger trumpets)

[@StrangeGarage]

Adam Daley Makes sense. It was about $200 For my setup, are you more worried about the money or finding a hiding spot for the compressor? Mine is pretty small.

[@AntonsChanel]

Is it really a good idea to have two red buttoms one for the horn and one to turn off the car, right next to eachother?! Arent you afraid to accedently turn off the car when reaching for the horn buttom?

[@StrangeGarage]

The button doesnt turn the truck off, it only turns it on. The red switch turns it off. So no worries there.

[@joshuadupont7172]

How did you bypass the antitheift devices on the truck?

[@kevincofield3856]

You don’t. You stick the chipped key in the tumbler so the transponder senses the chip and doesn’t deactivate the vehicle. But use the push button to start the vehicle. Think of it like when push button cars first come out. The chip reader picks up the chip is within range then the car can be started.

[@dylangarcia4216]

What are your thoughts on installing a turbo on a minivan.

[@StrangeGarage]

Dylan Garcia Really depends on the van. If we're talking old school e350 or a express it would be cool! A Caravan or freestar just isn't made for that kind of power, so it would take massive cash to make it reliable. Unless were talking a lite tune, but your transmission still won't hold up long cuz they already dont. That being said I would totally do it, I just need the funds to make the project feasible.

[@scottdavis6186]

Does your truck have an immobilizer chip in the key?

[@melrich2124]

Got a 2018 L83 and have a pink wire and a purple wire for ignition. Where on the switch do you attach these wires that come from the computer?

[@crawfordpetterson5209]

My only key for my vehicle is broke, I was hoping to do this button start with mine. How do I stop the steering wheel from locking? It's from 2001 and I'm worried about it. It's nice security thing, but its complicating this for me.

[@anthonymichael4416]

Hey man I am trying to do the exact same thing on a 98 Chevy blazer I bought it off the fella he lost the keys so I tried getting the ignition out and ended up breaking the ignition housing so I just want to bypass every bit of it and put a push button start on it but right now whenever I try to start it like you did on the Ford truck so I sometimes it works sometimes it doesn’t could you please give me some insight on what the hell I’m doing wrong

[@ryanstropicalplantsoutdoor1989]

How do I do it if I don't have a key... 86 camaro...i know once I drill the lock or cut wires I will find the keys

[@masonhoyle7857]

i tried wiring in the same panel into a 1990 Volvo 240 and it worked for a little while but then the car started showing signs of losing power to where it wouldn't even crank unless I used a wrench to connect the circuit on the started then it showed signs of not charging the battery. did you run into anything like this or might have an idea of how I could have fixed it? I pretty much wired mine the same way.

[@StrangeGarage]

Mason Hoyle If you're confident that your wiring is sound then start with the basics. Battery terminals, battery, adequate ground It could even be a bad starter or a worn out push button. I would start with battery/connections

[@crosivis8674]

Could you do it with one moment switch or no?

[@StrangeGarage]

crosivis Yes, the big red button is a momentary switch. Just have to make sure the correct wires go to the appropriate circuit.

[@rmhutchins7]

I enjoyed your video. It was very helpful. Thank you!

[@StrangeGarage]

RM Hutchins you are very welcome, thanks for watching!

[@gotjunkin1401]

this is a great video that i didn't expect to find thank you sir

[@OurDreamTennesseeHome]

Walked out at "doner battery" twice thinking my dog was barking... lol. great video, great diagrams for us wire noobs...

[@StrangeGarage]

Randall Clark My dog is seriously desperate for attention. Austrailian Shepherds have a lot of energy! Glad you could benifit from the video man! Good to hear!