Date:         Thu, 20 Dec 2018 01:50:57 +0000
Reply-To:     Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
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From:         Richard Koerner <rjkinpb@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
Subject:      Adding Cruise Control
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 Ah...what the heck!  

I sent this info to subaruvanagon list, and then thought it also might be useful info for others, with whatever engines you've got.
Cruise control is mighty fun.

Rich
San Diego

   ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Richard Koerner rjkinpb@sbcglobal.net [subaruvanagon] <subaruvanagon@yahoogroups.com>To: "subaruvanagon@yahoogroups.com" <subaruvanagon@yahoogroups.com>Sent: Wednesday, December 19, 2018, 3:43:33 PM PSTSubject: Re: [subaruvanagon] Re: Adding Cruise Control
     

I've been very happy with the "old school" (that is using manifold vacuum for the servo) Audiovox CCS100 cruise control.  I used it for 10 years on my 1.9 Wasserboxer in my 85 manual tintop, and then when I did the Subie 2.2 swap 3 years ago I transferred it over.

It is awesome!  Instant engagement, holds super duper steady.  Has never failed me.

Takes a day to install and I'm slow: running wires from dash to engine compartment, mounting control on lower dash, securing vacuum servo which needs a plastic "T" to connect to manifold vacuum, attaching sensor and magnets in the CV joint area, connecting a wire to rear brake light which serves to disengage the unit.  It's not bad at all, kinda fun really, just takes a while.  And I rate myself about a 3 out of 10 as far as being an automotive mechanic.

I did two minor upgrades, both of which I recommend:  I replaced wimpy magnets on axle with powerful rare earth magnets, and I added a Vacuum Canister.

You need a source for Subie engine RPM; my converter told me which wire it was, tapped into it, and it all works beautifully.

Here's a source for the kit:  CCS100 Cruise Control

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CCS100 Cruise Control
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They sell also a Vacuum Canister which looks fine; I got mine 15 years ago at Napa.

Since I tend to drive some pretty long distances, the Cruise Control upgrade is a MUST for me.  I remember how my ankle would get tired before....but not now.

Also, if you decide to go this route, I can send you pics of certain details you will encounter or answer questions to coach you along.

Rich

San Diego

 

    On Wednesday, December 19, 2018, 3:01:41 PM PST, raspyni@gmail.com [subaruvanagon] <subaruvanagon@yahoogroups.com> wrote:  
 
     
Ah, should have added a detail:
   
   - Westfalia - full camper
   - 4-speed manual transmission   

   - CA registered
   - Kennedy conversion kit
I think that's about it :)
Thanks.
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