Converting a 95 to have power locks

Hello I was wondering if any of you have ever successfully completed or know anyone that has successfully completed converting a tacoma from manual door locks to automatic locks (preferably with a keychain). I did some searching around and I've found this:

http://www.a1electric.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=AEOS&Product_Code=W01C-712T

and this:

http://www.a1electric.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=AEOS&Product_Code=W01F-712T

but I have no idea which one, if either is the right choice for me, or if any of you guys know of a better one. I have the 95' DLX (2.7L, 4x4, manual). No power windows, no power locks.

 

bump, any help would be greatly appreciated, even if its a "I don't think anyone on these forums has ever done that, or at least maybe they have but never said anything about it"

 

I don't know of anyone who has done it, but I would be down to do it in my 95

 

Probably not worth the time/money. Our trucks only have 2 doors...it's not bad.

 

i converted to power on my 97
and yes its wayyyyy worth it,i did the 2 locks and an alarm and love the fact that i jus push a button to unlock/lock

 

I bought a Viper 5002 alarm/keyless and Directed actuators and sensors. I have not installed them them yet so I can't give you specifics yet.

I installed a Viper keyless/remote start/alarm in my Dodge Ram and can tell you it will spoil you rotten. No fishing for keys and hunting the lock after dark. Fast entry and lockup. Insurance discounts.....

 

Where did you buy your kit? assuming you bought a kit that is

p.s. ive been reading a ton of threads on these forums trying to learn as much as I can, I just noticed there's a recall on 95-00 tacomas where they buyback your truck. I just checked out my frame on my 95 tacoma and it looks really good, phew! Then again...if it was bad I'd probably be screwed anyways cause I bet you have to own the vehicle for a couple years to get the buyback.

 

ya i think 95.5 is when the tacoma started,and i got it all at my stereo guys shop,like 200 bucks with installation

 

You will not regret adding the power door locks even if you have to spend the money to have them installed.I put a full python alarm, remote start, and the door lock motors in my 96 and love it. They also make simple alarm and keyless entry systems that allow you to add the aftermarket door locks too. you won't regret it.

 

Looking to upgrade my 96 too.

For those that upgraded to power locks, which kits did you use? Specifics help.

Did you use the one from A1electric mentioned above or another kit?

 

The kits listed above are good kits. Avital is made by directed electronics who in my opinion makes the best alarm systems like viper, python, sidewinder etc. You can buy a kit like that or just use any security/keyless entry system and buy the door lock motors seperate. just be aware that aftermarket door lock motors usually need relays to work with keyless entry system.

 

This is something that is on my list of things to do. I had looked at the same kit that you posted.

 

Any updates??????????

 

no updates from me, its on the to do list but its low on the list, it could be quite a while but if any of you guys do it please post back with pics/info =)

 

Reviving this thread.
Anyone have any successful outcome?

I purchased one of these kits via Amazon: Universal Car Door Lock 4PCS,Geevorks 12V Door Lock Actuator Keyless Entry System with 2 Remote,Car Power Door Lock Remote Central Locking Kit

$27 Universal Car Door Lock 4PCS,Geevorks 12V Door Lock Actuator Keyless Entry System with 2 Remote,Car Power Door Lock Remote Central Locking Kit

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09LCQPHMW

And what I’m finding is that there’s not enough stroke length on the actuators to work with the door lock/unlock mechanism on my ‘95 Taco:




Is there a secret bend applied to the links that would provide more leverage? Is this a lost cause?

 

Idk man, everything on mine is manual…except for the front hubs…

 

Here’s a pic of the driver side to my ‘95 Tacoma.

Tell me, have I been trying to link to the wrong part of the lock mechanism? I’ve been trying to link to the rod that is part of the barrel lock, where the orange clip is.


This guy with a later year Tacoma has a similar pull up/down lock. It appears that the power door lock actuator links directly to that part of the mech.



The actuator is mounted on the cabin-side of the window track.

 

I converted my 1995 to power windows and locks. That being said, I had a complete parts truck that already had them, which made the process simple.

 

I'm not a fan of the universal actuators. I would think it would be better to use the actuators designed for these trucks. Finding a set off of a junkyard Tacoma shouldn't be too terribly hard. It would be a lot more reliable, and you wouldn't be drilling a bunch of random holes inside your doors. I've thought about doing this with my truck, and just skipping the door controls; only using the keyfob to lock and unlock.