tc lock
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From: Kingsport,TN
Could someone please show(with plug in diagram)which wire to run the switch to??
I have used the p/y wire,I thought was right,but there was no change..
Suggestions would be DEEPLY appreciated!!!!!!
THNKS!!!!
MEXEMO
I have used the p/y wire,I thought was right,but there was no change..
Suggestions would be DEEPLY appreciated!!!!!!
THNKS!!!!
MEXEMO
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Originally Posted by tjbeggs
When I use my switch which is very rarely, I lock it after the 2nd gear shift after the RPM's get up so as not to lug then engine too much. I use it more for decel coasting than anything.
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From: Silver Lake Dunes, MI
Yes 99% of the time I don't use the switch. it ok to use it as long as you don't use it too soon or forget to turn it off when coming to a stop. I forgot twice to turn it off when coming to a stop and stalled the truck just like stopping a manual without the clutch. oops!!
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Originally Posted by tjbeggs
Yes 99% of the time I don't use the switch. it ok to use it as long as you don't use it too soon or forget to turn it off when coming to a stop. I forgot twice to turn it off when coming to a stop and stalled the truck just like stopping a manual without the clutch. oops!!
The other idea I had was was to mount a normally closed momentary foot switch similar to the old floor mount headlight dimmer switches. It would be like a clutch you could hold in at red lights and then release to lock up the T/C.
Not sure if either idea is valid or if I am smoking the good stuff.
-James
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From: Silver Lake Dunes, MI
Both options could work but you still don't want the TC to lock too soon. Locking in first gear is bad, it would lug the motor too much at the 2nd gear shift. Pretty much my switch is mounted on the window switch panel and is very easy to reach. Just have to remember to take it off when it shouldn't be on. Mine also has an LED that shows when the TC is locked and a red LED for when it is manually locked. Very nice features especially when testing units like The Cure!! (shameless plug I know!!)
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