Date:         Thu, 17 Apr 2003 20:58:29 -0400
Reply-To:     Mike Collum <collum@MFX.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Mike Collum <collum@MFX.NET>
Subject:      Re: Westy wants to cruise, but ...

> Not only can you blow up the cruise control unit, after it shorts out
> you can also blow up your ECU. Just add the magnets to the CV joint
near
> the transmission and mount the sensor near it. The manual trans cruise
> kits also include a clutch switch. However, that doesn't stop one from
> nudging the transmission out of gear while cruising allowing the
engine
> to rev wildly.
>
> Dennis

Thanks, Dennis.  I was afraid of that.

This particular unit doesn't come with the clutch switch.  The clutch
switch is only mentioned as an optional item for diesel installation.

The instructions, addressing manual transmissions (gasoline), say that
overreving (pushing in clutch/knocking out of gear) is sensed through
the hookup to the coil and that no clutch switch is required.

The only adjustment is a wheel for sensitivity on the electronics
module.  No dip switches, etc.

I've decided to install this unit on my 7 passenger automatic and keep
looking for a good deal for the Westy with 4 speed.

Mike

'84 GL 7 pass auto
'85 GL Westy 4 speed