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Ok I get it then it's jus a on and off switch for the starter correct so to bypass that I could jus bridge the wires or wats my best option if I end up needing to do that Could I also hook it to a toggle switch or something only to start the car and then turn it off after it's running
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Just jumper the connector.
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Originally Posted by clokker
(Post 11825020)
Just jumper the connector.
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Is that the same as bridging
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Yeah, just connect the two wires together.
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Originally Posted by clokker
(Post 11824945)
That clutch switch is part of the starter interlock system (doesn't go to the ECU at all) and is meant to prevent the terminally clueless from starting in gear. If the clutch pedal is not depressed and the switch activated, the starter relay is dead.
It is commonly bypassed. |
The stock switch is commonly deleted because it's a potential (or actual) failure point in an aging electrical system...and it's irritating.
Turning it into a "theft prevention" device is a bad idea for two reasons: -You've kept the possible failure point -A switch would fool only the most moronic of thieves and such a loser probably can't drive a stick anyway (all you'd need to do is pop the hood and bridge the solenoid terminals with a screwdriver and the starter would still function) |
U make a good point
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But I'm still interested I feel like it gives me a reason to install my switch so would it work or what would be a better option inorder to install this switch I'm already running a 200amp battery circuit breaker as my kill switch
Should I just run my switch directly with the starter ground wire for a kill switch My reason is I'm planning to delete my aftermarket ign switch after it gets old and the more security the better I'm going to run a alarm someday but I need some security for right now |
Originally Posted by 87nitefc
(Post 11827008)
Should I just run my switch directly with the starter ground wire for a kill switch So no, you can't switch the starter itself. If you refer to the starter relay, then yes, your switch is simply replacing an already existing (pedal operated) switch, so you're not really changing much. Out of curiosity...where are you going to locate this switch so it's well enough hidden to foil thieves (who have never heard of flatbed trucks, apparently) yet convenient enough that you'd actually use it?
Originally Posted by 87nitefc
(Post 11827008)
My reason is I'm planning to delete my aftermarket ign switch after it gets old and the more security the better I'm going to run a alarm someday but I need some security for right now
Why? OEM ignition switches are pretty damn robust. The lock cylinder may wear (especially if you have 800 keys hanging off it) but the switch part itself should last forever. |
I purchased a GXL in the late 90s that had the "button" hidden under the drivers seat, much like a kill switch on a dirtbike, in order to start the car the button needed to be depressed before the starter would be allowed to turn over
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Originally Posted by clokker
(Post 11827027)
The starter grounds through the engine block and doesn't have a discrete ground. So no, you can't switch the starter itself. If you refer to the starter relay, then yes, your switch is simply replacing an already existing (pedal operated) switch, so you're not really changing much. Out of curiosity...where are you going to locate this switch so it's well enough hidden to foil thieves (who have never heard of flatbed trucks, apparently) yet convenient enough that you'd actually use it? You already have an aftermarket ignition switch? Why? OEM ignition switches are pretty damn robust. The lock cylinder may wear (especially if you have 800 keys hanging off it) but the switch part itself should last forever.
The oem is still there jus that it's not in working conditions but I rather keep it to fool ppl I plan on hiding the switch behind the dash speaker cover on the driver side or somewhere under the seat rails |
Originally Posted by badsvt1
(Post 11827052)
I purchased a GXL in the late 90s that had the "button" hidden under the drivers seat, much like a kill switch on a dirtbike, in order to start the car the button needed to be depressed before the starter would be allowed to turn over
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nice work..upload pics
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