DIY: Replace dreaded steering-lock on 2009s and early 2010s.

Dwight Frye · 05-15-2012, 05:32 PM

This is why I am against the needless gadgets that car makers seem to think we need. The keyless entry is kind of cool, but a pushbutton start is a dumb *** idea. First of all, if you have a good size bunch of keys plus the fob in your pocket, it's uncomfortable and then you have to find other places for your keys. For the 40 odd years that a steering column lock that you had to insert a key into to unlock and start your car, we didn't have problems. Just wait until all the features like mirrors that automatically tilt or fold up and all of the other gimmicks start to fail while out of warranty.

tjlazer · 05-15-2012, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Dwight Frye

This is why I am against the needless gadgets that car makers seem to think we need. The keyless entry is kind of cool, but a pushbutton start is a dumb *** idea. First of all, if you have a good size bunch of keys plus the fob in your pocket, it's uncomfortable and then you have to find other places for your keys. For the 40 odd years that a steering column lock that you had to insert a key into to unlock and start your car, we didn't have problems. Just wait until all the features like mirrors that automatically tilt or fold up and all of the other gimmicks start to fail while out of warranty.

I agree. And another thing I was thinking about is how well will all these push button cars last in the coming decades? Will they all be failing left and right with all the gizmos failing? I can see it now....

lww · 05-16-2012, 11:55 AM

Has anyone ever heard the phrase "planned obsolescence"?

When all the gadgets start failing when the car is out of warranty means it's time to buy a NEW car...

I expect my four 240Z's to out last any 370Z with little difficulty. They've already proven their resilience over the last 40 years...

takjak2 · 05-16-2012, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Dwight Frye

This is why I am against the needless gadgets that car makers seem to think we need. The keyless entry is kind of cool, but a pushbutton start is a dumb *** idea. First of all, if you have a good size bunch of keys plus the fob in your pocket, it's uncomfortable and then you have to find other places for your keys.

If this is really an issue for you, there is the fobgina on the left.

I enjoy the security electronic locks bring. No one is starting my Z with a screwdriver .

onzedge · 05-16-2012, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by takjak2

If this is really an issue for you, there is the fobgina on the left.

I enjoy the security electronic locks bring. No one is starting my Z with a screwdriver .

Right on, my brother.

05-16-2012, 11:55 AM	#3 (permalink)
lww Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SF Bay Posts: 69 Drives: '09 Red Sport 6MT+ Rep Power: 18	Has anyone ever heard the phrase "planned obsolescence"? When all the gadgets start failing when the car is out of warranty means it's time to buy a NEW car... I expect my four 240Z's to out last any 370Z with little difficulty. They've already proven their resilience over the last 40 years... __________________ Must resist...

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05-15-2012, 05:32 PM	#1 (permalink)
Dwight Frye Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Occupied California Posts: 423 Drives: '09 Tour/Sport/6MT Rep Power: 18	This is why I am against the needless gadgets that car makers seem to think we need. The keyless entry is kind of cool, but a pushbutton start is a dumb *** idea. First of all, if you have a good size bunch of keys plus the fob in your pocket, it's uncomfortable and then you have to find other places for your keys. For the 40 odd years that a steering column lock that you had to insert a key into to unlock and start your car, we didn't have problems. Just wait until all the features like mirrors that automatically tilt or fold up and all of the other gimmicks start to fail while out of warranty.