Lockdown Enterprises

[ZOOM ON 3]

Hi guys,

Just had my stereo installed at Lockdown. Great bunch of guys to deal with. Jeff is amazing and his installer Sam did a great job. Very neat and careful with your car.
I would recommend this place to any body who need an alarm or a stereo.

They are located at 191 Nugget Avenue, Unit #2 in Scarborough.
Jeff\'s cell number is (416) 919-1538 and there business number is (647) 435-5896.

Vito:)

[thesober]

I had my alarm installed through Lockdown, he is on a lot of other forums and has some good prices on alarm installation. I would recommend his services as well, he knows what he is doing, and he does it well.

[Dr Butcher]

Thanks for the info, especially for a good place in east end. I was thinking about getting an alarm installed a bit down the road. Which systems do they use?

[ZOOM ON 3]

They carry all types of Viper alarms, but they mainly do Compustar alarms.
Good prices also.

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

Hello Everyone

Thanks for the positive feedback Vito, much appreciated! As you can see I\'ve registered as a member here on the forum, hopefully I can contact the admins and become an affliate of this club. We welcome everyone to drop by anytiome to discuss any electrical accessories for their Mazda 3.

We carry the following brand names:

Viper
Compustar
K-9
Blaupunkt
Eclipse
Rockford Fosgate
Lightning Audio
Farenheit/Power Acoustic
RACTIVE/Eurolite/EVOTION

Once I\'ve spoken to the admins of the forum, hopefully I can offer an opening special to all the members here. Please feel free to contact me directly by PM, or give me a call at the following numbers:

(647)-435-5896 Shop Line
(416)-919-1538 Cellular

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[Dr Butcher]

Jeff,
which alarm system would you recommend? Which do you sell the most of? What are the benefits and shortcomings of the systems you sell? I did a bit od research of the Compustar systems and opinions varied pretty wildly.... The guys here that have the GT trim models have factory alarms, so I\'m not sure how many would look to upgrade. Us Lowly GS and GX trim guys would probably have more interest. :)

[swales]

I highly recommenf Jeff too, he installed a CompuStar in my 3 (actually the first 3 he ever worked on). Go see him guys, you won\'t regret it!

[wtom]

I\'ve been introduced to the \"Echo\" two-way alarm by a friend who\'s been looking into it for his Prelude. Not sure if you\'d know which one that is, Jeff? I\'d be interested to invest in an alarm, especially with my two aftermarket parts on order. :D

[thesober]

Originally posted by Dr Butcher


Jeff,
which alarm system would you recommend? Which do you sell the most of? What are the benefits and shortcomings of the systems you sell? I did a bit od research of the Compustar systems and opinions varied pretty wildly.... The guys here that have the GT trim models have factory alarms, so I\'m not sure how many would look to upgrade. Us Lowly GS and GX trim guys would probably have more interest. :)

I would also like to know if the GT alarm can be replaced with a compustar? Two way paging, how cool is that! I dont know how good the GT\'s factory alarm is but I would always prefer an aftermarket alarm system.

[MazdaTree]

yes you can replace the gt alarm with compustar paging system I DID:) it works really good!

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

Hello Everyone

Again, thanks you very much to everyone who has provided a positive review of LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

Adding a Compustar security system to the Mazda 3 GT equipped with the factory security system is no problem at all, in fact when this installation is performed you\'ll have not only the Compustar ( or equivilent security system ) protecting your car, you\'ll have the added protection of the factory alarm as well. On the Mazda3 the factory alarm is INTEGRATED into the installation, not ELIMINATED, which means you will have 2 security systems protecting the vehicle.

In terms of the quality of the Compustar product, my opinion is biased because I retail the product, but I can honestly say that the product does what it is advertised to do, and quality is a non issue. I am a firm believer in offering my customers only the most reliable product for their vehicle because the last thing I want is an un-happy client with a security system that does not work. My only issue with Compustar has been with their SS ( Spread Spectrum ) products. I have found that this line of products for some reason experiences interference issues and does not work as advertised, so for that reason I do not offer it to my clients. The AM/FM/FM900 models of Compustar product works flawlessly and does exactly what it is promised to do.

To address the \" ECHO \" line of products, I have had some experience installing this product, and without getting into bashing the product, I\'d like to say that I was not impressed with how it performed or with the documentation that was included with the product. The owners manual and installation manual in my opinion was not nearly specific enough and detailed enough to cover all the uses of the product, add to that the fact the priceing of this product is higher than the Compustar product, and I will have to give it a thumbs down.

Please feel free to contact me directly with any questions you may have regarding any electrical accessories/security products for your vehicle, and always remember to do your research when looking to purchase a product like a security system for your car. I look forward to hearing from everyone.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[Dr Butcher]

I stopped by a few minutes ago and waited as a big black pickup was squeezed into the shop. It\'s a tiny place, I think my bedroom is bigger. :) It did look clean but I stood in the doorway for about 5 minutes without so much as a hello from any of the guys milling around the truck. I didn\'t have too much time so I had to split before anyone acknowledged I was there.

I\'d suggest calling ahead so Jeff knows you\'re coming. It\'s too bad I didn\'t get a chance to talk to anybody because the Viper and Compustar websites aren\'t all that informative either.

[billyfo]

Originally posted by LOCKDOWN-P5


On the Mazda3 the factory alarm is INTEGRATED into the installation, not ELIMINATED, which means you will have 2 security systems protecting the vehicle.

is that mean we\'ll have 2 keyfobs for both alarm or just 1?

[als-protege]

Hey Dr.Butcher

I too was at Lockdowns shop....I think I saw you.....
Jeff was pretty swamped but was able to get all his customers that had appointments completed...

I am 100% sure he did not ignore you and I think the guy by the truck was the owners truck...

As for the size of his shop....he had enuf room in there to fit that HUGE Pickup and if you came in...you would have seen my car parked in there as well....

I HIGHLY reccomend Lockdown as he knows his stuff....

He is professional in what he does...
I have been going to him for over a year now and I can say that it is worth the drive from Mississauga to get things done from for my ride...
I trust his work....and the prices in UNBEATABLE.

But...I would suggest calling and booking an appointment....and if you are just popping by to speak to him...by all means...just walk right in and introduce yourself....

Anyways...Lockdown All the Way!

[Dr Butcher]

Yeah, I had a bad afternoon yesterday so my post sounds kind of negative. I had a few things to do at the shop before 5 so I really didn\'t give anyone a chance to talk to me anyway. I was standing in the doorway behind the truck, somone was being shown what looked like a drop down monitor, a couple of guys jumped in the truck and were checking out the scene there, another couple of guys ran out to check out some huge rims on an SUV parked outside. I mainly went to check the place out, I should have gone when I had more time however. :)

I definitely want to go in and talk to someone, I\'m contemplating an alarm/starter and my g/f wants a starter for her Protege. I just need some tips and suggestions on the different models. I tried to find some info online and other than features, Compustar and Viper\'s websites don\'t have too much to offer....

With all of the compliments Lockdown\'s getting, you guys sure you\'re not on the payroll? ;)

[swales]

With all of the compliments Lockdown\'s getting, you guys sure you\'re not on the payroll?

LOL....It kind of looks like it doesn\'t it?...LOL Actually it\'s because they do an awesome job at a great price, which is really hard to find these days so when you find someone like that you let everyone know :D

[RedRaptor]

Regarding alarm systems, maybe someone can provide more information about car alarms.

I\'ve seen the two way pager alarms. Are the systems that Lockdown sells/installs similar to these type of alarms? What is the maximum distance that the two way system can transmit?

How much does installation of a system like this cost?

I own a GT, and I might be interested once I find out more information.

[Dr Butcher]

Red, Here\'s a place to start, it the best I could find up to this point.

http://www.directed.com/security/viper/default.asp Look under \'Responder\'

http://www.compustar.org/products/index.html

These sites give you a bit of info but not a whole lot on the technical side.

I\'m assuming that Jeff doesn\'t sell the 2WSS series but sells the 2WFM and 1WFM series of Compustar systems. The 2WFM has a 2 way pager.

Viper\'s got the 791XV the 690XV and the 591XV depending on if you\'re intersted in a car starter as well as an alarm.

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

Dr. Butcher, my apologies for not being able to acknowledge you sooner, I noticed you pull up and when you came into the bay I saw you, tried to say something but I don\'t think you heard me. When the two guys came back in the bay I asked them where you had gone and they had said you left. My apologies, but that day was very hectic for me, it seemed as if everyone and their uncle was coming by the shop and requiring service. It\'s usually not that crazy around here!

In terms of the size of the shop, I admit it is quite small but it provides very inexpensive overhead for me which means the savings in rent/various costs can be passed on to my customers. We can effectively fit 2 cars in the shop which I believe is all that is required, and the majourity of times we will only work on one car at a time. I try to interact with all of my customers on a very personal level, everyone who chooses to visit LOCKDOWN is treated like a friend and having a small location assists with that.

The positive feedback from everyone is always very appreciated, and it is something that I truly value, as one of my core business beliefs is to make sure that everyone who I deal with leaves my shop fully satisfied and aware that they are always covered if they need any service or have any questions after any product or service has been purchased.

Saying this, I always suggest that my customers give me a call before dropping by because sometimes it does get pretty busy around here. (647)-435-5896 is the shop line, or feel free to contact me on my cell at (416)-919-1538. If we don\'t answer please leave a message for us and we will call you back as soon as we can.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

In regards to some of the questions surrounding the security systems we offer here at LOCKDOWN, one of biggest seller\'s would have to be the two-way systems. We offer two-way security, security/remote start systems from the following manufacturers: Compustar, K-9, Viper/Clifford. These 3 brands are very successful for us and we honestly believe they offer the highest quality,most features, best price, and ease of use to our customers. There are different units for various applications, our recommendation would be for all interested to contact us with their requirements and we can tailor a system to exactly what they need.

Below I\'ve included a picture of the newest Compusta system, the 2WFM900AS unit which is a two-way alarm/remote starter unit with an INCREDIBLE TESTED range of over 5000 feet in the GTA!

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[MazdaTree]

does the compustar 2wfm come with an extra remote?

[MazdaTree]

remote start isnt recomended if you have a manual car jus incase u leave it in gear and forget about the hand break ur car will start rolling
thats what the guy told me that installed mine

[swales]

does the compustar 2wfm come with an extra remote?

yep it comes with an extra remote but it\'s not a two-way remote.




remote start isnt recomended if you have a manual car jus incase u leave it in gear and forget about the hand break ur car will start rolling

That\'s not true. With the Compustar, if you want to use the remote start and you have MT you have to set the remote starter before you leave the car. In order to do so, the car cannot be in gear and the handbreak has to be up, if not the car stalls and the remote starter is deactivated.

[MazdaTree]

well im jus informing the forum from what the guy told me...

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

Hello Mazdatree

With a manual transmission vehicle, as long as a manual transmission specific remote start system is used then there should be no problems. With the Compustar system, a sequence must be performed before it will allow you to remote start the vehicle. With this sequence there is no possibility of the car being left in gear. The only requirement in all of this is that your emergency brake be functioning and that you as the user of the system follow\'s the manufacturers directions.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[swales]

well im jus informing the forum from what the guy told me...

That\'s okay, I\'m just informing the forum of the TRUE facts...lol

[Dr Butcher]

I just got back from talking to Jeff, he seems like a great guy and really knows his stuff. He even answered most of my questions before I got a chance to ask him.

I\'ve booked for next Wednesday. :)

[billyfo]

so before anyone organize a GB or affilated dealer, will we as a TM3 member get any good price?:D

so how much for the 2wfm? thanks.

[wtom]

Originally posted by billyfo


so before anyone organize a GB or affilated dealer, will we as a TM3 member get any good price?:D

so how much for the 2wfm? thanks.

Yeah man i wanna join in the beep beep whir whir instead of honk honk (if you know what I mean). :D

Seriously tho... I wouldn\'t mind either to get in on this deal... group-buy/club discount...

[MazdaTree]

i paid 500 flat for mine

[Dr Butcher]

Jeff mentioned to me that he\'s waiting to get approval from TM3 before he starts quoting prices. It\'s a pretty standup thing to do, trying not to step on any toes until he gets the ok from the site administrator. I mentioned he could try and talk to Xenon for starters as TM3 isn\'t around all that much....

[wtom]

Originally posted by Dr Butcher


Jeff mentioned to me that he\'s waiting to get approval from TM3 before he starts quoting prices. It\'s a pretty standup thing to do, trying not to step on any toes until he gets the ok from the site administrator. I mentioned he could try and talk to Xenon for starters as TM3 isn\'t around all that much....

Yes it will be better to have Jeff contact Lawrence (AKA Xenon) regarding this issue. As TM3 stated in another thread, he will indeed be away for a short while... again... :)

http://www.torontomazda3.com/forum/read.php?TID=671

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

Hello Everyone

I\'ve been absent for the past two weeks due to some unforseen computer issues at my shop ( damn Windows Service Pack 2 !!). Just wanted to let everyone know that the Compustar 2WFM900AS units are back in stock and ready to go. The Keyless Mazda3 transponder bypass modules are finally back in stock as well. I\'m just waiting on a reply from the admins of the board before posting pricing info up, but anyone interested in more information can feel free to PM me or call me at (647)-435-5896.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[billyfo]

someone selling this (http://www.mazda3forums.com/viewtopic.php?t=13044) from M3F, is it a good price?

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

The unit featured in that picture is the older 2WFMAS unit, $349.99 with a receipt is not a bad price, although we charge $349.99 plus applicable taxes for the NEW 2WFM900AS unit.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[Dr Butcher]

Just had my alarm/starter installed at Lockdown over the weekend and it was a top notch job. Very professional and clean install. I\'d totally recommend their service to anyone, in fact I\'m going to go back when I find some cash for stereo upgrades.

Jeff really knows his stuff, my girlfriend who was with me on the weekend said he seemed passionate about his job. I have to agree.

[billyfo]

Dr. how long did you wait for installing or you just drop the car to Jeff? Cause I have nowhere to go w/o car.:p

[ZOOM ON 3]

I believe Jeff needs about 5 hours to do the Compustar alarms. That\'s what he told me the last time I was there. I\'m going there next week to get my alarm installed.

Vito:)

[Dr Butcher]

Originally posted by ZOOM ON 3


I believe Jeff needs about 5 hours to do the Compustar alarms. That\'s what he told me the last time I was there. I\'m going there next week to get my alarm installed.

Vito:)

Yeah, that\'s about right. He\'s got a couple of DVD screens set up in the display room, maybe if you take a DVD in you can watch it while you wait. :) Also, there\'s a Canadian Tire about a 5-10 minute walk from there if you need to kill some time. I just dropped my car off and picked it up later in the afternoon.

[billyfo]

thanks for the reply. another Q, what is their working hours? I think I\'ll drop the car in the weekday morning and go to work then pickup after work.

[Dr Butcher]

It\'d probably be best to talk to him and set up a time to go in. I think he\'s usually there pretty late at night but I have no clue about when he opens as I\'m not usually up until the crack of noon..... :D

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

Hello Billyfo

Our hours of operation are as follows:

Monday thru Saturday from 10:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.

If you\'d like to set up an appointment please feel free to give us a call at (647)-435-5896, we\'d love to hear from you.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[Xenon]

Just to inform all members:

Lockdown Enterprises has begun the Affiliation Process :D We welcome them aboard our community :)

[MazdaTree]

hey lockdown
whats your best deal on eclipse components (6.5) and what can they handle?
and how much would it be to upgrade my old compustar to the 900. i have the one with the blue remote...

[LOCKDOWN-P5]

Hello MazdaTree

Currently the upgrade price to go from the FM Compustar to the NEW FM900 Compustar is $249.99 plus applicable taxes. This price includes the new remote, antenna, and V.2 Main Control Module. Please give me a call at (647)-435-5896 and we can discuss this upgrade in more detail.

In terms of the Eclipse components, we do not post Eclipse pricing on the web due to contract obligations in our buying agreement with the Canadian distributer of this product. Please feel free to call me at the shop and I can give you an exact quote for the speakers you are looking for. Suggested Retail on the SC8362 6.5\" Component Set is $599.99 plus applicable taxes, but we are definitley able to provide a better price.

Regards

Jeff Bates
LOCKDOWN Enterprises Inc.

[Dr Butcher]

Funny, for giggles I googled 2WFM900 (the model of the alarm/starter Lockdown installed for me) and I found this:

http://spda-online.ca/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=680&forum=2

Man, the word is getting out there!

[kl7402001]

lol ... oh man pretty soon he is gonna need to get a bigger place ... with all the customers he is getting with all the free advertising

[bluntman]

Wait...Lockdown in on Nugget in Scarborough? Where the hell did I get the idea that they weren\'t in Toronto? I think I will have to put them on the top of my list for further automotive electronics purchases.

[Dr Butcher]

Originally posted by bluntman


Wait...Lockdown in on Nugget in Scarborough? Where the hell did I get the idea that they weren\'t in Toronto? I think I will have to put them on the top of my list for further automotive electronics purchases.

Jeff knows his stuff and is very helpful, he did my Compustar alarm and I\'ve picked his brain a few times about audio options for mine and my girlfriend\'s car. If you need anything from Eclipse, Blaupunkt, or Planet Audio, he\'s your man. I\'m getting a Planet Audio system (while keeping the stock HU) installed this Saturday. I\'ll keep you all informed as to how it goes. :D

[bluntman]

Hmm, I wonder if they have that Eclipse double-DIN unit with touchscreen.

[Dr Butcher]

I don\'t think he keeps too big of a stock, but he does have some display models. I believe most of the lines he carries are next day delivery though. If you want to see him I\'d suggest calling first as he seems to be pretty busy these days. The last couple of times I dropped in he was in the middle of installs and didn\'t have much time to chat.

[dredd2099]

mr jeff might start seeing a few more trixes goin to his shop now as well
:)

[Guinness]

Originally posted by dredd2099


mr jeff might start seeing a few more trixes goin to his shop now as well
:)

He\'s already worked on my Matrix twice. A great job all around. I\'d recommend them 100%.

Cheers.

[Dr Butcher]

I had my system installed on Saturday and can\'t speak highly enough of the installers Jeff has working for him. Sam and Mike know their stuff and do a very professional job. I ended up spending the day in the shop because I didn\'t have a ride, and they welcomed me being around while they worked. Once the system was up and running Sam and Mike probably spent 1/2 an hour tuning it, making sure it was set up properly. Great stuff.

Next up I think I need to B-Quiet the front door panels as I\'m losing a lot of sound through the door cavity. Luckily Guinness has 40lbs of it, so I\'ll scam some of his. The quest for good sound never ends. ;)