Re-engineering the brick (keyfob)

[WK2JT]

So I’ve reviewed all the product requirements and came up with this:

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[sirphenergan]

Following! I’m not looking for anything in particular but id be interested in a smaller fob. Don’t forget about the manuals without remote start! Just lock/unlock/panic.

 

[Burton79]

I’m very interested. If you can amalgamate the two available fobs, OEM and AJT, that would be something that I would buy.

 

[DC3]

@crdouglass3 is your plan to transplant the internals, or new electronics that then get "keyed" to the the Gladiator?

I will reuse the factory internals, there will be no need for rekeying.

 

[run2recovery]

I'm definitely interested

 

[Jt-wrx]

see swampynutballs...and there's barely any gladiators compared to the wrangler JL's...so his market is much bigger than this thread would suggest, now go scrub those foul olives

 

[DC3]

So far, I have the prioritization as such:

1. FOB As compact as possible
2. Incorporate factory key for easy use (slide-out)
3. Accommodate each of the JT/JL FOB designs (no button, 3 button, 4 button remote start)
3. Low price
4. Watertight
5. coordinate shape with interior pockets (i.e. center console, dash, etc)
6. Include flashlight
7. Kitchen sink

Customization Considerations:
1. Color-keyed to the jeep
2. Custom texture
3. Custom image
4. Custom embossing (name, logo, etc)


I ordered a buttonless remote for reverse engineering, the 3 button version should be easy. As I get closer to a Beta prototype, I'll share and will post a poll to gauge interest in options and understand the demand for each feature set.

The engineering and testing rigor for the watertight and/or integral light increases substantially, these will be pursued based on demand and they will likely be incorporated in a second version.

Without the feedback of the community, I would have designed mine for the first two options and printed it with a color texture like denim. The photos below are an example of the color mapped prints. Obviously, this isn't for everyone but I'll do it for myself and figure a few others might appreciate a little customization.

 

[DC3]

see swampynutballs...and there's barely any gladiators compared to the wrangler JL's...so his market is much bigger than this thread would suggest, now go scrub those foul olives

Agreed. I'll get further in the design process before opening the discussion to a broader audience.

 

[Jt-wrx]

Agreed. I'll get further in the design process before opening the discussion to a broader audience.

right on, and x2 on not forgetting the manual transmission guys, not sure it will matter in your design but we only need about a 20' range to unlock a door and push the dang starter button when inside

 

[mazeppa]

I will reuse the factory internals, there will be no need for rekeying.

Good, key blanks that will work on the JT/JL can be found, but finding a locksmith to cut this type of key in some locations may be difficult.

Using the factory key while making the fob smaller is your greatest design challenge (your welcome Mr. Obvious).

 

[DC3]

right on, and x2 on not forgetting the manual transmission guys, not sure it will matter in your design but we only need about a 20' range to unlock a door and push the dang starter button when inside

What is different with the FOB for the manual?

 

[sirphenergan]

What is different with the FOB for the manual?

less buttons since no remote start

 

[DC3]

less buttons since no remote start

Ah, yes the 3 button remote. I'll clarify that above. Thanks.

 

[Jt-wrx]

yup and no need for 200 yard range to auto-start, or to lock unlock doors, 20 yards plenty, although something tells me the 'rugged' size of the brick isn't just because of the range required for auto-start, as many have reported excellent auto-start range from a variety of vehicles with much more appropriately sized fobs

 

[Dewyaw]

less buttons since no remote start

Is it smaller?

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