Remote switch to open hatch?
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From: Mitchell, SD
Remote switch to open hatch?
I have been contemplating how tuff it would be to install a remote hatch switch. Both my Taurus and Contour have them and it simplifies opening the trunk. And there already is one for the gas cover.
I am so much in the habit of using the lever or keyless entry that I look like a goof when I try to do it to the Aerostar.
So has anyone done it?
I am so much in the habit of using the lever or keyless entry that I look like a goof when I try to do it to the Aerostar.
So has anyone done it?
Elder User
Joined: Sep 2004
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From: Northern PA
JC Whitney sells a kit for hatchbacks, wonder if it would work?
Power Trunk Release Kit Each ZX470034U $24.99
I'm going to have to stop hanging out with you guys. Too many ideas for mods in here.
Power Trunk Release Kit Each ZX470034U $24.99
I'm going to have to stop hanging out with you guys. Too many ideas for mods in here.
Last edited by AeroPA; Aug 24, 2005 at 12:00 AM.
Post Fiend
Joined: Apr 2005
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From: Washington state
believe most of these hood, deck, trunk electric latch releases require a spring pressure to pop open the lid and clear the momentary latch, could use a medium spring like a vavle spring countersunk into the body at hatch edge for pressure.
how about power assist opening?
my wife is small, she can barely lift the hatch on a good day.
the huge hatch is great on rainy/snowy days to stand and sit under for a logging road play trip lunch. also great to set camera tripods up under in the rain.
how about power assist opening?
my wife is small, she can barely lift the hatch on a good day.
the huge hatch is great on rainy/snowy days to stand and sit under for a logging road play trip lunch. also great to set camera tripods up under in the rain.
Fleet Mechanic
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I installed an emergency release a long time ago, when the hatch closed on me while cleaning the rear windows. Used SS small diameter cable, two crimps, ferrel ( where the cable went thru the door panel) and a small, flat pull handle, and some velcro to attach it to the rear door panel's carpet. P.S. it's not the smoothest operating thing, have to give it a deliberate pull, and then push on the door Makes it so it won't accidently pop open.
