I did install an aftermarket vacuum cruise control unit. It uses vacuum for engaging the throttle, the rest is electrical. Works great! Includes cabling to brake-switch, extra switch for clutch, three button control unit for dash mounting and speed sensor (coil/magnet) to be mounted on one of the axles (e.g. CV). It should be possible rewire the control unit to your turnsignal "stalk". I started with the standard speedsensor, but replaced it later on with a home-made sensor on the speedometer. I think you can use your speedsensor, should fit on the other speedometer, but you might need some electronics to match the signals. The unit I installed: http://www.conrad-anderson.co.uk/cruisecontrols/cruisecontrolssystems-ZT50N.htm Alternative (basically the same): http://www.waeco.com/pages/products/auto/04_d.htm Jaap, '87 Caravelle diesel
> Hi All, > Does anyone have any experience, > installing Cruise Control into a non-cruise Van? > What is the best way, Vacuum (stock) or electrical? > I have a parts bus with cruise. > Is it possible to (easily) mix & match, > so as to have the stock Vanagon > turn signal switch, speed sensors, etc. > with an electrical, after market Cruise? > I've heard Electrical is much better than Vacuum? > What Vanagon parts are needed? > Speed sensor, (whole speed ohmmeter unit)? brake & clutch switches, > relays, fuses etc. > What brands, models etc, for the aftermarket unit? > Any help, greatly appreciated !!! > Thanks! > John... |
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