the factory alarm does not require the factory radio. I put mine in about 4
months ago with my JVC KDLH 1000. the 99's bypass the radio unlike the 98's

"SoCalMike" <mikein562athotmail@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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> "ravelation" <ravelation@webtv.net> wrote in message
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> > toft@zoomtown.com (Greg) wrote:
> >
> > >sounds like somebody did a frankenstein
> > >job on parts of your new car.
> >
> > Like Frankenstein, it's cute to look at. But, the fit and finish I worry
> > about.
> >
> > >As for the height adjustable driver's seat,
> > >there should be two big knobs on the
> > >left side of the seat. I am assuming you
> > >are talking about an american EX
> > >version.
> >
> > Yes. Didn't notice the knobs...Will have another look.
> >
> > >Another thing I would recomend is to go
> > >to www.handaaccessories.com and get
> > >the factory honda alarm. It only goes off
> > >when you open the doors or the trunk,
> > >but it is very easy to install because all
> > >of the wiring harnesses are already
> > >installed. It is only $60.38 right now,
> > >$127 off the list price
> >
> > >Hope this helps
> >
> > You bet it does! We were just at the electronic shop having the stereo
> > looked over and the amp mounted, and just looked at alarms. My son
> > didn't want to spend big bucks, so your suggestion is a good one. I've
> > been to their site already so I know of where you speak. HandA....pretty
> > sneaky and cool.
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> the factory alarm requires the OEM stereo, ifn ya got it
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