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LSUMatt1514 · 12-21-2005, 04:22 PM

I'm in the market for an alarm and got some prices today from a local stereo shop on Viper systems. I like the Viper 791XV, which I found online here...

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/viewitem.php?id=1590

for a little over $200. I'm sure the stereo shop would rape me on the install charges if I don't buy the alarm from them. Anyway, I've read quite a few threads on the Commando alarms and everyone seems to be very pleased. However, I almost tempted to spend the additional $50-$75 on the Viper system because they are so established. I can't say that I've ever heard of Commando until coming across it on a recent thread. Not to mention that I'd be back in the same boat on the install and at the mercy of the stereo shop. From my experience in the past, they HATE to install stuff you don't buy from them and charge a ton for the labor. I don't want to tackle an alarm myself because I do not have the time (or patience for that matter) for it right now.

Give me your impressions and feedback on the Commando....Worth spending the money on or go with the established Viper system? Later.

Matt

12-21-2005, 04:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
LSUMatt1514 Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Birmingham, Alabama Posts: 1,278	Commando Alarm Owners Speak Up.... I'm in the market for an alarm and got some prices today from a local stereo shop on Viper systems. I like the Viper 791XV, which I found online here... http://www.sonicelectronix.com/viewitem.php?id=1590 for a little over $200. I'm sure the stereo shop would rape me on the install charges if I don't buy the alarm from them. Anyway, I've read quite a few threads on the Commando alarms and everyone seems to be very pleased. However, I almost tempted to spend the additional $50-$75 on the Viper system because they are so established. I can't say that I've ever heard of Commando until coming across it on a recent thread. Not to mention that I'd be back in the same boat on the install and at the mercy of the stereo shop. From my experience in the past, they HATE to install stuff you don't buy from them and charge a ton for the labor. I don't want to tackle an alarm myself because I do not have the time (or patience for that matter) for it right now. Give me your impressions and feedback on the Commando....Worth spending the money on or go with the established Viper system? Later. Matt __________________ 01' SR5 Sport Edition Performance: Deck Plate w/ Amsoil Filter, ISR Mod, Dynomax Super Turbo w/ Pacesetter Tip Exterior: Manik Brush Guard, Piaa 1000X, Piaa 540, OEM Skid Plate, Custom Sidemarkers, Clear Corners/Bumpers, H/L Alenzas, Thule Lappland Cargo Basket, Reverse Lamps, Silverstars Interior: Stereo System, Dakota Digital Gauges, Coleman Inverter, Speedhut Gauges http://community.webshots.com/user/phi1514