Ravelco vs. Kill Switch

[SurfRaptor]

I just put the 2nd chip on the keyring on all 6 vehicles I've had Ravelco on. I do wish it wasn't a color that's easy to miss (gray), but still think it's a smart investment.

Or you can hide a spare somewhere in the vehicle too incase your first one breaks or gets lost.

 

[K9 EXPERT]

I had Ravelco installed in my GEN2 and noticed if you try to start it with the plug removed that if you ever scan the truck for codes, it will have a few about not able to start that you can clear. It does not leave a check engine light. They gave me two plugs but I was worried if for some strange reason I lost it that I would be stuck. So I took a multimeter to the plug to figure out the combination that completes the circuits and wrote it down with the pins. Took a picture of it and have it on my phone so I could start my truck with some paperclips or wires. There is a youtube video that shows someone doing it in Russia and showing that it can be defeated. But you really need to know the combination to do this and the plugs are not all the same.

I had the option to mount on a bracket but didn’t like how it looked. If the plug comes out while driving, it will immediately kill the engine. My biggest fear when off-roading but everyone I have spoken with said it stays put.

If you look closely at the plug you will find a unique number on each, use the number to order a spare plug. I personally keep my spare inside the console vault.

 

[Rick at FMS]

If you look closely at the plug you will find a unique number on each, use the number to order a spare plug. I personally keep my spare inside the console vault.

Yes I know they gave me all that info but I would also want to know the pin-out for that plug, just incase.

 

[K9 EXPERT]

Yes I know they gave me all that info but I would also want to know the pin-out for that plug, just incase.

Beyond my pay grade…..I don’t know the difference between a hammer and a wrench…sorry

 

[JimmyCee]

Will be looking in to getting one soon. I had a fuel pump kill switch on my Gen 1 that worked perfectly for 10+ years. Debating Ravelco, or have another similar fuel pump kill switch set up. Does the ravelco secure pretty well when plugged in? Biggest fear is it falling out and killing the engine going 80

 

[SurfRaptor]

Will be looking in to getting one soon. I had a fuel pump kill switch on my Gen 1 that worked perfectly for 10+ years. Debating Ravelco, or have another similar fuel pump kill switch set up. Does the ravelco secure pretty well when plugged in? Biggest fear is it falling out and killing the engine going 80

It won't fall out. I had the same concern.

 

[TomDirt]

You have to yank them out. I've now had them on 6 vehicles.

 

[Mstgkillr]

Getting IGLA tomorrow.

 

[Oldfart]

I got the Ravelco and I think it’s a middle finger to most thieves. If they really want it they’ll flat bed it away.

Key is big but I’ve gotten used to it. Ravelco decals on the window might deter some thieves.

Relocating the horn is a good idea too.

Wipe off your key fob, WTF!!!!

 

[Zeusmotorworks]

Wipe off your key fob, WTF!!!!

A little pocket lint on the silicone vs prison purse residue?