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Does anyone here have experience with installing a GPS device on their vehicles? Ideally, something that could be installed in a discreet location. I'd like to have one that wires into a fuse box or the truck's battery so that it doesn't have to have the battery charged every so often like an Airtag or Tile. I don't really care about any of the cool features that some companies offer, I really just want it for in case it gets stolen to help figure out where it is.
 
I have a Tile on my key ring. The batteries last 3 years, I believe. Nothing fancy, but batteries last while in them
 
I have a Tile on my key ring. The batteries last 3 years, I believe. Nothing fancy, but batteries last while in them
I think the issue with tile is that they only communicate with Wi-Fi networks. If the vehicle was stolen it would probably go pretty quickly on the road and then the somewhere like a warehouse. Really wanted to have a GPS and or cellular on the device.
 
Honestly, you’d be far better off spending your money on preventing theft in the first place. Finding your truck after it’s stolen isn’t a very good idea. You either get killed trying to recover it from a chop shop, or you find it already stripped down (or in a container ship to South Africa).
But if you are set on a tracking system, I would recommend getting Compustar with Drone. Paired with IGLA to stop it from being stolen in the first place.
 
I've heard a few people mention IGLA, what exactly is that?
 
Until he chimes in, I’ll give it a go.

IGLA is a tiny device that is installed in a hidden location somewhere in your CAN wiring (could be virtually anywhere in the truck). It’s untraceable and can only be found by unwinding the tape and seeing it. It’s called IGLA because that’s the Russian word for needle (it’s thin like a needle).
IGLA is an immobilizer that stops attempts to program a new key, put the vehicle in gear, etc. It effectively prevents all means of electronic theft. Obviously, it doesn’t prevent a flat-bed tow.
You disarm IGLA by either entering a custom PIN code on the steering wheel, or carry a tiny fob in your pocket. I carry the fob, so it requires virtually zero effort on my part to have it.
Since IGLA is silent and hidden, it doesn’t provide any deterrent. So thieves will still break in and spend time tearing the dash apart in an attempt to steal the truck. That’s why most people pair it with Compustar (which is a more traditional alarm with a shock sensor). This pairing provides the best protection.
 
Thanks Eighty, good info. How can I find a local dealer? Is there a website?
 
Thanks Eighty, good info. How can I find a local dealer? Is there a website?
What is your zip code? Can also go to our website IGLAUSA.COM
 
I've heard a few people mention IGLA, what exactly is that?
IGLA is the only true anti theft device on the market that stops all forms of electronic theft on hundreds of makes and models.
On a mopar it blocks start/drive depending on which way it is setup.
It also blocks the ability to delete and make a new key unless in service mode (pin is needed and then service button)
Has an anti carjacking option too so you can let them take it and if no pin is entered the vehicle will shutdown at a safe speed.
You lose no factory options like other products.
Has perimeter protect and alarm functions on many makes and models and we just released a Bluetooth siren so no wires are ran through the vehicle between them.
We have a gps telematics in final testing as well and will be making firmwares for US model vehicles so the Autostart module can be released here as well.

Josh
 
IGLA is the only true anti theft device on the market that stops all forms of electronic theft on hundreds of makes and models.
On a mopar it blocks start/drive depending on which way it is setup.
It also blocks the ability to delete and make a new key unless in service mode (pin is needed and then service button)
Has an anti carjacking option too so you can let them take it and if no pin is entered the vehicle will shutdown at a safe speed.
You lose no factory options like other products.
Has perimeter protect and alarm functions on many makes and models and we just released a Bluetooth siren so no wires are ran through the vehicle between them.
We have a gps telematics in final testing as well and will be making firmwares for US model vehicles so the Autostart module can be released here as well.

Josh
What would be the reason to go IGLA over Ampire? I've been talking to them for a bit now and to my VERY untrained eye they seem to accomplish the same goal, plus I can install myself, where I want and how I want. Trying to Pros and Cons this thing?

Lastly, if you are in a state with only one location and something happens and they are no longer around, what is there for support? My fear is a short or some other gremlin 4 or 5 years down the line and I've got a bricked truck.
 
IGLA is the only true anti theft device on the market that stops all forms of electronic theft on hundreds of makes and models.
On a mopar it blocks start/drive depending on which way it is setup.
It also blocks the ability to delete and make a new key unless in service mode (pin is needed and then service button)
Has an anti carjacking option too so you can let them take it and if no pin is entered the vehicle will shutdown at a safe speed.
You lose no factory options like other products.
Has perimeter protect and alarm functions on many makes and models and we just released a Bluetooth siren so no wires are ran through the vehicle between them.
We have a gps telematics in final testing as well and will be making firmwares for US model vehicles so the Autostart module can be released here as well.

Josh
And just to confirm, this is working as of today on 2025 RHO? I thought I saw February 2025 somewhere.

One other question - about how long is the install? The nearest (only) dealer around me is over an hour away, so an overnight drop-off would be a hassle (though less hassle than a stolen truck).
 
And just to confirm, this is working as of today on 2025 RHO? I thought I saw February 2025 somewhere.

One other question - about how long is the install? The nearest (only) dealer around me is over an hour away, so an overnight drop-off would be a hassle (though less hassle than a stolen truck).
Just talked to 3 placed this morning... all said about 3-4 hrs... includes time to walk you through how it works.
 
IGLA is the only true anti theft device on the market that stops all forms of electronic theft on hundreds of makes and models.
On a mopar it blocks start/drive depending on which way it is setup.
It also blocks the ability to delete and make a new key unless in service mode (pin is needed and then service button)
Has an anti carjacking option too so you can let them take it and if no pin is entered the vehicle will shutdown at a safe speed.
You lose no factory options like other products.
Has perimeter protect and alarm functions on many makes and models and we just released a Bluetooth siren so no wires are ran through the vehicle between them.
We have a gps telematics in final testing as well and will be making firmwares for US model vehicles so the Autostart module can be released here as well.

Josh
I have read somewhere that only the installer knows the location of the device been installed. What can I do if the person/shop is no longer there later in case I want to remove it or sell the car?
 
I have read somewhere that only the installer knows the location of the device been installed. What can I do if the person/shop is no longer there later in case I want to remove it or sell the car?
Contact another authorized shop or myself and we will be able to locate it. Might take a couple hours but shouldn’t be an issue. We currently do it now. Even if I remove a dealer I still have other dealers that can ask them (they won’t talk to me after for obvious reasons) but no, you will not be told where it is located. Telling customers makes it an obsolete product because thieves will get installs so they know of places to look.

Josh
 
And just to confirm, this is working as of today on 2025 RHO? I thought I saw February 2025 somewhere.

One other question - about how long is the install? The nearest (only) dealer around me is over an hour away, so an overnight drop-off would be a hassle (though less hassle than a stolen truck).
Yes it is compatible and the February information was for a whole new unit dedicated to a can fd based vehicle like an rho which will give more buttons than 4 for the pin code options. I don’t think February is accurate, I would say second quarter 2025 at the earliest.

I stall depends on the installer and location chosen and then how fast you pick up the information once installed and demo’d to you. I would say 2-3 hours would be a good start.
 

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