Automatic start

[LP_Stealth]

OK here is something I have been pondering, I have this Idea that Involves Using a RF Id card to start your ignition/ unlock your steering column. I have the ability to set up the RF Id portion to operate relays. My dilemma is how could you have the steering column still lock/unlock? (IE using a relay/servomotor to lock it). If I get this job I applied for I will probably buy a steering column this summer and tackle it, but I would appreciate any input beforehand.

[Cool Name Here]

I read a simular thread on here about someone making something like this, was that your thread?

Well let me see if I can even find it again to answer my own question, but thought I would ask

[LP_Stealth]

No I don't think that was me.

Originally Posted by Cool Name Here

I read a simular thread on here about someone making something like this, was that your thread?

Well let me see if I can even find it again to answer my own question, but thought I would ask

[LP_Stealth]

OK now that I am not stoned and drunk here is where I want to start.

Well canakit.net is a framed site so I cant provide links but there is a reader on there with a 3 inch range (All I would really want). Something along the lines of swiping the card over the center console or something.

The reader also stores up to 42 cards and has a NO/NC relay output as well as a power output for driving other accessories.


Here is the reader



Here is a example of a card

[a2j]

I think that a very good idea.

[Doulos85]

Why not try getting a steering Column out of a Prius or newer Benz and just use their system?

[LP_Stealth]

Originally Posted by Doulos85

Why not try getting a steering Column out of a Prius or newer Benz and just use their system?

Well I suppose that could be a possibility but that seems it would be more difficult to swap than modify.

Like I mentioned earlier I am not to familiar with the steering column. I am much more familiar with electronics.