Re: Fixing tornsion ride solenoid timer
Posted by HH56 On 2014/9/29 13:11:11
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Craig wrote:
DaveB845 Quote:My T-L system still works, but the 7 second delay has gotten longer and lazier with the 59 years (so have I!). Now, when showing off the unique leveling capabilities at car shows, I often have to wait fifteen seconds or so before changes occur. (snip)
Manual over ride DPDT-center off control switch! Problem solved.
Not a bad idea but if you do add the switch be sure and follow Packards instructions so the limit switches are in the circuit. If you go with a regular DT center off toggle type switch it will not simultaneously disconnect the control box as Packards switch does. You will have to be sure and remember to turn the regular TL on/off switch to off when using the manual switch. That is not a bad idea even with the Packard switch because it allows you to stop the car at a certain spot instead of going limit to limit as Packard designed it. On the DP switch, if you forget then as soon as you manually move the car the automatic will come in and try to move it back. That results in both directions powered at once and in effect a direct short across the motor.
If you are interested in a manual switch, Max has the Packard switch or the full kit including the wiring. Installing the kit on a 55 would require a different terminal to connect to the 55 box but not a big deal.
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