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Steve1968LS2
02-18-2007, 08:12 PM
Installed the Modo Innovations electric trunk latch on Saturday. Thought I would give my review.

1. Took less than an hour to do (with wiring)
2. I needed NOTHING that wasn't in the kit - every screw, wire crimp and part is included. That's a nice touch.
3. I did the install with only three tools: 7/16 ratchet, phillips screwdriver and a wire crimper.
4. I works like a dream.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

Note on the wiring.. there's only ONE wire.. you don't even have to screw with a ground wire. The only flaw I could find, if I had to be picky, was that he TRUNK sticker on the included bezel wouldn't stay stuck. Didn't matter since I hid the button and didn't use the bezel, but still needed to be mentioned.

Now it will be an easy deal to fill my gas tank up (it's filled in the tank)

Big thumbs up to Modo Innovations for a really nice and nicely put together product.
LowBuckX
02-18-2007, 11:18 PM
What car was this in? :postpics:
Steve1968LS2
02-18-2007, 11:29 PM
What car was this in? :postpics:

It's a secret.. lol

Oh, the part is for first gen Camaro (that was a hint) :rotfl:
LowBuckX
02-18-2007, 11:38 PM
Wasnt sure I thought you had a Mustang or something else also.
1971novaSS
02-19-2007, 12:25 AM
Wow, I will be buying that for my Third Gen nova. Looks like a good product. Thanks for sharing the info. :jump:
Magntik
02-19-2007, 06:05 AM
Without giving away your secret, could you post a pic of the thing installed??
Curious to see the "catch" piece installed n the truck lid.

Thanks:pics2:
John McIntire
02-19-2007, 06:24 AM
Now it will be an easy deal to fill my gas tank up (it's filled in the tank)



Get out of here! You put your gas in the tank too???!! I thought I was the only one!!

Just messsing with ya Steve!

Great write up, seems easy enough. I guess they use the body as a ground? Is this just for the Camaro? Or are all GM cars the same? I'd be interested in one for my Chevelle.
MuscleRodz
02-19-2007, 08:13 AM
Right now only available for the 67-69 Camaro.

Mike
Steve1968LS2
02-19-2007, 08:37 AM
Without giving away your secret, could you post a pic of the thing installed??
Curious to see the "catch" piece installed n the truck lid.

Thanks:pics2:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

:)
Steve1968LS2
02-19-2007, 08:39 AM
Get out of here! You put your gas in the tank too???!! I thought I was the only one!!

Just messsing with ya Steve!

Great write up, seems easy enough. I guess they use the body as a ground? Is this just for the Camaro? Or are all GM cars the same? I'd be interested in one for my Chevelle.

lol.. what time did I post this? Meant my gas cap inside my trunk.. :drive2:


Right now only available for the 67-69 Camaro.

Mike

And Firebird.. right?
Modo Innovations
02-19-2007, 10:43 AM
This kit fits the 67-69 Camaro/Firebird.

The Chevelles and Novas have to have some trimming on the trunk lid. The trimming is for the wider latch. The new latch is about 1" thick compared to the 1/2" thickness(or so) of the stock latch. I am still working on this.
Magntik
02-19-2007, 11:10 AM
Thanks Steve, exactly the view I was after.
I couldn't quite picture how that would attach.
dropit69
02-19-2007, 12:29 PM
looks like a nice product..not crazy about the huge ol switch and bezel..think it could be a little smaller like in late model cars..what kinda price?
Steve1968LS2
02-19-2007, 12:34 PM
looks like a nice product..not crazy about the huge ol switch and bezel..think it could be a little smaller like in late model cars..what kinda price?

$169..

The bezel is there if you want to use it. The switch can be mounted anywhere and is about the same size the factory switch that was in my old 5.0 Mustang. You could use the momentary switch of your choice.
BA.
02-19-2007, 02:17 PM
Thanks for the write-up Steve. I'm all about modern conveniences!

I'll pick one up when the time comes later this year!
Larry Callahan
02-19-2007, 02:24 PM
Very cool. Glad to hear it went well. I didn't get time to install mine yet. I hope to tackle the trunk area in a few weeks. I'm still collecting parts to do Marquez tail light housings, AAW LED lights, Modo trunk release, Battery mounts and hole in my trunk to access the in-tank pump I hope to have installed soon. I think the only thing I have left to find are Optima battery mounts that meet NHRA rules.
Chad-1stGen
02-19-2007, 04:30 PM
Does the key still work on this or can it only be opened using the button?
Steve1968LS2
02-19-2007, 06:44 PM
Does the key still work on this or can it only be opened using the button?

Yep, the key works just like normal.
Chad-1stGen
02-19-2007, 07:06 PM
cool
Modo Innovations
02-20-2007, 10:32 AM
Does the key still work on this or can it only be opened using the button?

You can use either or. The good thing about still having the key function is...even if the battery is dead you still have access to your trunk, especially if you have your battery mounted in the trunk.

I have had several people ask the question, " I have shaved my key locks, what do I do if the battery goes dead"?

I have a simple sketch that shows how to make a cable pull set up for the latch if you have shaved locks. I have provided this to several customers with this issue.

I plan on making a cable pull kit eventually...I need more hours in the day.:seizure:
John McIntire
02-20-2007, 07:58 PM
hey shannon,
arent the pieces reversed on the chevelles? The lock is on the trunk lid along with the mechanism, and the latch is attached to the actual body in the trunk?
Are you coming out with a seperate kit for this? If so how long till you expect it to be released?
Thanks! Great idea!
John
Modo Innovations
02-21-2007, 10:36 AM
hey shannon,
arent the pieces reversed on the chevelles? The lock is on the trunk lid along with the mechanism, and the latch is attached to the actual body in the trunk?
Are you coming out with a seperate kit for this? If so how long till you expect it to be released?
Thanks! Great idea!
John

Yes, the Chevelles are reversed like you stated. Latch and key in the trunk lid and the catch is in the body.

Yes,
I am going to be doing a kit for the Chevelles. I have a friend with a 71 Malibu but he is not keen on me cutting into his trunk lid to make space for the electric latch. The latch we use is about 1" thick were the factory latch is around 1/2" thick. This is the reason for having to cut the lid a bit.
As for a time frame, I really don't know, issues with the lid (finding a doner to cut on) and issues with different year models on the catch side of the deal.
Modo Innovations
04-24-2007, 02:09 PM
just picked up the May issue of "Camaro Performers" and read a nice piece titled "Easy Access". It is about Steve Rupp's install of our latch in "Penny":woot:

Thanks for the nice article Steve, you are the man.:worship:
Larry Callahan
04-24-2007, 03:47 PM
Very cool! I picked it up yesterday myself. Congrats on the story. I hope you sell a boatload of them!:bananna2:
Steve1968LS2
04-24-2007, 05:58 PM
No problem, I will be doing stuff for CP each month now.

They also raised the magazine to 8 times a year and will soon be doing subscriptions.

It will be getting better each month.

Nice latch and easy as pie to install...
Modo Innovations
04-24-2007, 07:32 PM
They also raised the magazine to 8 times a year and will soon be doing subscriptions.


Good, I am glad to hear about the subscriptions. I signed up about 2 yrs ago and finally called and got the word that it wasn't going to happen then.
Modo Innovations
04-24-2007, 07:33 PM
Very cool! I picked it up yesterday myself. Congrats on the story. I hope you sell a boatload of them!:bananna2:

Thanks Larry...
DJ Mabe
04-25-2007, 03:42 AM
Shannon, Do you guys have anything in the works for the Mustang guys? After reading this thread I would love to have something like this for my 67. Come on! Not every modified is a Camaro!:razz: The Mustang crowd is still stuck in Stock-land so I understand if this kit isn't a priority.
Magntik
04-25-2007, 04:55 AM
Not to highjack the thread, but
can somebody tell me how to wire it so it operates like an OEM installed item?
I think those you can only pop the truck in park or neutral, almost like it's wired through the neutral safety switch.

Besides that I think it's great, now I have to go find the May issue!!!
MarkM66
04-25-2007, 05:23 AM
Pics aren't working.
MuscleRodz
04-25-2007, 07:49 AM
Shannon, Do you guys have anything in the works for the Mustang guys? After reading this thread I would love to have something like this for my 67. Come on! Not every modified is a Camaro!:razz: The Mustang crowd is still stuck in Stock-land so I understand if this kit isn't a priority.Yes pedals are available from MODO for early Mustangs. They were released earlier this year. You can get them from Shannon, or purchase them through my online store.

Mike
DJ Mabe
04-25-2007, 09:34 AM
Yes pedals are available from MODO for early Mustangs. They were released earlier this year. You can get them from Shannon, or purchase them through my online store.

Mike

I have the pedals and they are great. I am talking about the remote trunk release?