Remote starter

Is it possible to hook up a remote starter to a 911? It looks like this would make it easier to test compression, set timing, etc.

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Greg
72 911S

It is possible if you can find the yellow #50 ignition lead somewhere in you engine compartment with the help of a good wiring diagram.

Cheers,

Joe Garcia
86 Carrera

Mine actually came with a "remote" starter. I originally thought it came with all Porsches, but I guess not. It's a little push button starter that is on the black plastic cover in the left of the engine compartment where the fuses and the CD box are. If you need anything I can take a look at mine and see how it's hooked up.

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Jeff
1976 911S

Jeff,

I assume someone drilled a hole in your CD cover and added the button? I'd loved to know how its wired up if you've got the time. Do you ever use it?

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Greg
72 911S

Jeff,
I would also like to know how your remote starter is wired. I have one but have not tried to use it yet on my P car. Having one that convenient would be great.

Thanks.
Steve
76 911 Targa

Greg and Steve,
the remote starter comes in real handy, checking for spark, setting the timing, all that good stuff. I have used it a lot. I've got two midterms today and two tomorrow and a hectic weekend, but will do my best to get a look at it and let you guys know ASAP.

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Jeff
1976 911S

Thanks Jeff

While replacing my thermo-time switch, I came up with an easy way to hook up a remote starter.

I attached an adapter to the "G" connector of the thermo-time switch, which allows you to hook up two spade connectors instead of one. These adapters are available at Radio Shack. They have one 1/4" female spade connector and two 1/4" male connectors in various configurations. I got a 14 guage wire with a female spade connector on one end and a male on the other. Hooked the male up to the thermo-time switch. Attached the wire to the existing wiring harness with plastic ties. The male connector is covered by a red rubber cover that I took off an old aligator clip. This connector just lies on top the last 14-pin multiconnector. The red cover keeps it well insulated from anything else. When you need to hook up a remote starter, just slide back the red cover, hook one lead to the male connector and one lead to the right side of fuse #3. Works like a charm. And if need to remove it you can just cut all the plastic ties and remove it and the spade adapter. No permanent modifications.

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Greg
72 911S