Remote start&thermostatic control?

Hey guys. Got a weird question here. I got a 2010 Toyota tundra 4x4 rock warrior. Also, i have these tropical ass parrots that i have to transport in said truck across the country. Not kidding.

So, im interested in what it would involve to put a remote start in my vehicle that enables thermostatic control of the cabin (my current a/c dashboard is an analog dial, that cannot digitally control or modulate the temperature to stay within a specified range, but I need it to do this.)

What I am seeking, is an option to leave the truck on with the thermostat set to 72 while I am outside of the vehicle inside of a building, or alternatively for sleeping in the vehicle over night, to ensure that the temperature stays a stable 72 degrees, and that the vehicle cannot be driven off while I am not present in the vehicle. To clarify the remote start is not to warm up the car in the winter or whatever, it's to keep the birds at a stable temperature with the A/c engaged while the truck is parked, locked, and unable to be driven away to prevent theft. (Tropical birds are temperature sensitive)

Not looking for the pretty bells and whistles in a system, just some sort of mod that meets these necessities. Any advice is super appreciated by my bird brain friends.

 

You have 2 issues. The remote start would need the timer most have disabled. Maybe contact 12 Volt Solutions that make a great remote start. https://www.12volt.solutions/

As far as the HVAC you would need to retrofit the auto system, I did it in my 2010 Crewmax, it's not that hard but you need the control panel, the computer and the temp sensor/tube (off the top of my head)

Good luck.

 

Why not an auxiliary power unit. You mention sleeping in the truck. Big truckers do this and some have an APU they run to power AC electronics at night so they don’t have to leave the truck running 24/7.

Might be most cost upfront but could save you more money in gas/ engine wear and tear on the long run.

I’m thinking like a smaller aux power unit mounted in the bed with an aftermarket AC system it powers. Wire it on a switch so when you want it to run it kicks on as soon as the ignition switch is turned off ect.

 

This thread details the Auto Temp swap. Looks like even with used parts it will cost upwards of $600.

I am against leaving a truck running all night, especially on a regular basis. I think an APU or small generator in the bed with a small AC system is your best bet here.