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mikeythemini · Apr 14th, 2005, 08:25 PM

The first one is on my car & works great
Press the lock button on the remote & the windows & if fitted sunroof close. There is no need to keep the button pressed.
There are 3 wires
1 goes to an earth bolt
The other 2 must be spiced into the car wiring (warranty issues at your own risk)
The box is tiny & comes with enough cable to do the job.
The car must have the factory alarm (sensor in roof) & is not for the cabrio.
PLEASE NOTE If you have children I would not recommend this mod. Only use it when you can see no person or animal can get trapped.
Its now online at www.newministuff.com in the 'gadgets & cool' stuff section

Was class tonight - went for petrol - sun shining. As I went to pay - pressed the fob - the windows closed & mirrors folded, motorist next door grinned

craigyk · Apr 14th, 2005, 08:38 PM

sounds great , was it easy to fit?

Restyle · Apr 14th, 2005, 09:29 PM

Now you tell me !!

I ordered some bits from you the other day (using this screen name for the Privilege discount), if it hasnt been sent out yet could this be added using the original card details.??

jwardell · Apr 14th, 2005, 09:29 PM

How does it differentiate between locking and closing then? Or does it always just try to close the windows for x seconds?

Can you show how it is installed?

I should be getting the newest beta of the similar module from KPtech and am wondering how they compare.

FRANCISPATTERSON · Apr 14th, 2005, 09:56 PM

i want this and i want it now..lol

how much mikey? is it a quick job

mikeythemini · Apr 14th, 2005, 10:56 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by jwardell

How does it differentiate between locking and closing then? Or does it always just try to close the windows for x seconds?

Can you show how it is installed?

I should be getting the newest beta of the similar module from KPtech and am wondering how they compare.

It knows you are locking by getting its signal from the alarm.
Will post some pics hopefully can take pics Friday

arbee · Apr 14th, 2005, 10:57 PM

how long does the timer pulse for? that is... is it suitable for the convertible hood!

mikeythemini · Apr 14th, 2005, 11:14 PM

As stated in the first post its not for the cabrio Sorry
The pulse is variable
The cabrio does not have the trigger like the saloon.
When I get another cabrio to play with I will look further into it cos I also use the trigger for my mirror conversions

arbee · Apr 15th, 2005, 06:48 AM

sorry mikey having a blind day!

Mini Mic · Apr 15th, 2005, 08:27 AM

CLASS!! WOOHOO!! i'll be having one maybe 2 please.. One for me and one for the Mrs!

jwardell · Apr 15th, 2005, 02:01 PM

I meant, does it always try to close the windows every time you try to lock the doors? Since they would usually already be up I would think this may cause early stress on the window motors.

Where does it install? In the wiring harness in the footwell? In the door? On the body module?

Just wondering.

GBMINI · Apr 15th, 2005, 02:18 PM

How interesting ... someone else is making window circuits for the MINI now

Restyle · Apr 18th, 2005, 10:36 PM

Received my Auto-Closing unit from Mike on Saturday & Completed installation Today.
Pretty simple in theory to connct the 3 wires, the only one that posed any problem being the one that had to be spliced into the Roof alarm unit, but a bit of pushing & pulling on the Fishwire soon had this cable in place.
{Note -I pulled through a 12 core but only only 1 wire was rqd ..Future Plans...

}

Suprise Suprise ...It worked 1st time, the Windows & Sunroof automatically closing after the KeyFob Close Button was pressed ...
{without the need to adjust the trimmer on the underside of the unit }

Thanks again Mikey

Taking cable up the A-Pillar into the roof

Cable reaches the Alarm Unit

Splicing into the Door Cable under the Dash

3rd Cable is taken to an Earth Bolt &
Unit Neatly Stuck in place on underside of the inner bulkhead

mikeythemini · Apr 18th, 2005, 10:46 PM

Thanks for the DIY - still havn't taken photos of mine
Having a few 'legal' issues over this today

Baker · Apr 19th, 2005, 11:26 AM

Mikey, I've VERY interested in this - I was going to get one from a US guy (That required you to hold the button down, like the unlocking one) but he's never got back to me at all.

Is there any way at all you can do this (and the folding mirrors!) without an alarm in the car, or do I have to try and retrofit the alarm?

By the way, thanks for the information you got for me on the Pioneer DVD unit that i phoned you about (The guy from Australia a week or 2 ago), you've got top service mate

Cheers,

Kev

Bezza · Apr 19th, 2005, 12:26 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by mikeythemini

Thanks for the DIY - still havn't taken photos of mine
Having a few 'legal' issues over this today

Legal Issues? Nothing too serious I hope. Just about to place my order now

jwardell · Apr 19th, 2005, 02:51 PM

I was hoping your install would be much easier than the kptech but it appears not. That's what has been keeping me from installing it right away, I can't find an easy way to get to the wires that are needed to tap once they come in from the door in the footwell. It could be easy with those snap-on wire splicers, but I don't trust those things.

Damo · Apr 19th, 2005, 11:58 PM

Looking good mate! Hope you get the "legal issues" sorted.

Keep up the good work

BlackOutS · Apr 20th, 2005, 10:19 PM

mikeythemini- you have a new private message.

IrishCooper · Apr 20th, 2005, 10:34 PM

So since the 05s have the auto window open SF open when you hold down the button on the key fob does this mean i can also close it all with the keyfob too? And it doesnt effect the locking or unlocking?

Apr 14th, 2005, 08:25 PM	#1
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 12:05 AM Posts: 9,438 Online	Auto window/sunroof closing from keyfob - module now available The first one is on my car & works great Press the lock button on the remote & the windows & if fitted sunroof close. There is no need to keep the button pressed. There are 3 wires 1 goes to an earth bolt The other 2 must be spiced into the car wiring (warranty issues at your own risk) The box is tiny & comes with enough cable to do the job. The car must have the factory alarm (sensor in roof) & is not for the cabrio. PLEASE NOTE If you have children I would not recommend this mod. Only use it when you can see no person or animal can get trapped. Its now online at www.newministuff.com in the 'gadgets & cool' stuff section Was class tonight - went for petrol - sun shining. As I went to pay - pressed the fob - the windows closed & mirrors folded, motorist next door grinned Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Apr 14th, 2005, 09:29 PM	#3 (permalink)
Restyle Damned My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Shropshire Local Time: 12:05 AM Posts: 4,266 Offline	Now you tell me !! I ordered some bits from you the other day (using this screen name for the Privilege discount), if it hasnt been sent out yet could this be added using the original card details.?? In da Wud

Apr 14th, 2005, 09:29 PM	#4 (permalink)
jwardell MINI2 Master Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Newton, MA Local Time: 07:05 PM Posts: 5,410 Offline	How does it differentiate between locking and closing then? Or does it always just try to close the windows for x seconds? Can you show how it is installed? I should be getting the newest beta of the similar module from KPtech and am wondering how they compare. http://www.jwardell.com/mini/

Apr 14th, 2005, 10:56 PM	#6 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 12:05 AM Posts: 9,438 Online	Quote: Originally Posted by jwardell How does it differentiate between locking and closing then? Or does it always just try to close the windows for x seconds? Can you show how it is installed? I should be getting the newest beta of the similar module from KPtech and am wondering how they compare. It knows you are locking by getting its signal from the alarm. Will post some pics hopefully can take pics Friday Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Apr 14th, 2005, 11:14 PM	#8 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 12:05 AM Posts: 9,438 Online	As stated in the first post its not for the cabrio Sorry The pulse is variable The cabrio does not have the trigger like the saloon. When I get another cabrio to play with I will look further into it cos I also use the trigger for my mirror conversions Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

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Apr 14th, 2005, 08:38 PM	#2 (permalink)
craigyk MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jan 2005 Local Time: 01:05 AM Posts: 10 Offline	sounds great , was it easy to fit?

Apr 14th, 2005, 09:56 PM	#5 (permalink)
FRANCISPATTERSON MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Mar 2005 Local Time: 01:05 AM Posts: 19 Offline	i want this and i want it now..lol how much mikey? is it a quick job

Apr 14th, 2005, 10:57 PM	#7 (permalink)
arbee bepmoc-er My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2004 Local Time: 12:05 AM Posts: 263 Offline	how long does the timer pulse for? that is... is it suitable for the convertible hood!

Apr 15th, 2005, 06:48 AM	#9 (permalink)
arbee bepmoc-er My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2004 Local Time: 12:05 AM Posts: 263 Offline	sorry mikey having a blind day!

Apr 15th, 2005, 08:27 AM	#10 (permalink)
Mini Mic Its not all small! My Classifieds Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: North East Mini Club Local Time: 01:05 AM Posts: 122 Offline	CLASS!! WOOHOO!! i'll be having one maybe 2 please.. One for me and one for the Mrs!

Apr 15th, 2005, 02:01 PM	#11 (permalink)
jwardell MINI2 Master Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Newton, MA Local Time: 07:05 PM Posts: 5,410 Offline	I meant, does it always try to close the windows every time you try to lock the doors? Since they would usually already be up I would think this may cause early stress on the window motors. Where does it install? In the wiring harness in the footwell? In the door? On the body module? Just wondering. http://www.jwardell.com/mini/

Apr 15th, 2005, 02:18 PM	#12 (permalink)
GBMINI MINI2 Master Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Gloucester, MA, USA Local Time: 07:05 PM Posts: 7,601 Offline	How interesting ... someone else is making window circuits for the MINI now Ian C. Gloucester, MA, USA (UK expat) driving GPMINI and Convertible GBMINI#6

Apr 18th, 2005, 10:36 PM	#13 (permalink)
Restyle Damned My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Shropshire Local Time: 12:05 AM Posts: 4,266 Offline	Received my Auto-Closing unit from Mike on Saturday & Completed installation Today. Pretty simple in theory to connct the 3 wires, the only one that posed any problem being the one that had to be spliced into the Roof alarm unit, but a bit of pushing & pulling on the Fishwire soon had this cable in place. {Note -I pulled through a 12 core but only only 1 wire was rqd ..Future Plans... } Suprise Suprise ...It worked 1st time, the Windows & Sunroof automatically closing after the KeyFob Close Button was pressed ... {without the need to adjust the trimmer on the underside of the unit } Thanks again Mikey Taking cable up the A-Pillar into the roof Cable reaches the Alarm Unit Splicing into the Door Cable under the Dash 3rd Cable is taken to an Earth Bolt & Unit Neatly Stuck in place on underside of the inner bulkhead In da Wud

Apr 18th, 2005, 10:46 PM	#14 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 12:05 AM Posts: 9,438 Online	Thanks for the DIY - still havn't taken photos of mine Having a few 'legal' issues over this today Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Apr 19th, 2005, 11:26 AM	#15 (permalink)
Baker Being normal is not fun! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Newcastle, Australia Local Time: 10:05 AM Posts: 4,115 Offline	Mikey, I've VERY interested in this - I was going to get one from a US guy (That required you to hold the button down, like the unlocking one) but he's never got back to me at all. Is there any way at all you can do this (and the folding mirrors!) without an alarm in the car, or do I have to try and retrofit the alarm? By the way, thanks for the information you got for me on the Pioneer DVD unit that i phoned you about (The guy from Australia a week or 2 ago), you've got top service mate Cheers, Kev

Apr 19th, 2005, 12:26 PM	#16 (permalink)
Bezza MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: West Sussex Local Time: 12:05 AM Posts: 73 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by mikeythemini Thanks for the DIY - still havn't taken photos of mine Having a few 'legal' issues over this today Legal Issues? Nothing too serious I hope. Just about to place my order now

Apr 19th, 2005, 02:51 PM	#17 (permalink)
jwardell MINI2 Master Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Newton, MA Local Time: 07:05 PM Posts: 5,410 Offline	I was hoping your install would be much easier than the kptech but it appears not. That's what has been keeping me from installing it right away, I can't find an easy way to get to the wires that are needed to tap once they come in from the door in the footwell. It could be easy with those snap-on wire splicers, but I don't trust those things. http://www.jwardell.com/mini/

Apr 19th, 2005, 11:58 PM	#18 (permalink)
Damo MINI2fosi My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: MINItorque.com Local Time: 12:05 AM Posts: 10,526 Offline	Looking good mate! Hope you get the "legal issues" sorted. Keep up the good work

Apr 20th, 2005, 10:19 PM	#19 (permalink)
BlackOutS MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Local Time: 05:05 PM Posts: 25 Offline	mikeythemini- you have a new private message. Soon to be a Cooper S owner...

Apr 20th, 2005, 10:34 PM	#20 (permalink)
IrishCooper MINI2 Regular Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Bedford, TX. Local Time: 07:05 PM Posts: 126 Offline	So since the 05s have the auto window open SF open when you hold down the button on the key fob does this mean i can also close it all with the keyfob too? And it doesnt effect the locking or unlocking? Mykl Milligan '06 HB/W MCS Sport & Premuim, LSD '05 DS/W MCS Works (Dad's Car)

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