I am interested in purchasing a remote starter for my 2002 ext cab 1500. What would you guys recommend? Is it possible to get one that will work my power locks as well? I would prefer to have only one FOB on my keychain if that is possible. How much can I expect to pay for something like this? Are they hard to install? I have a fairly decent knowledge of automotive wiring. Thanks for the help.

I've done over 85 installs- I use Crimestopper which has worked very good for me- the RS-900 VII is on Ebay right now for under $50 and does all what you want and more...you will need to bypass that Passlock II - I usually use the GMattII also found on ebay for $7.99 - there are many more expensive models- and some with and without alarms- but I have found this unit very reasonable and extremely affordable.....

I use python, somethin with a long range is always good. They make starters with door locks just makes install a little longer. Get the wire harness for the model of remote start you get for your truck, makes the install a lot easier. Python runs with all harnesses and all about 250.00 - 300.00. I would never get another car or truck without a starter.

How much wiring is involved in this? Am I looking at a few hours on a weekend or is it going to take a few days? What are the instructions like? Do they give wire colors and locations or are they more general and just say things like "splice into ignition wire?"

My first one took me over six hours--the instructions will NOT be vehicle specific- but there are many resource online to get you the proper wiring descriptions of your particular vehicle-- which is about the easiest one to do there is BY THE WAY....I can now do that truck in about an hour and a half- because I have all the wire colors memorized- ......If you can solder, you can do it......