> I would think that fitting a cut off switch would cause dire consequences
> to
> the system. I certainly would not recommend it.
>
> Bryan
Fitment is mandatory in certain disciplines of motorsport and I can't be the
first to be in this situation, surely. It is a safety issue, and the
FIA-approved type of switch is designed to stop run-on due to the alternator
still having output until it stops turning. A ballast resistor is used to
stop the ECU getting fried. It's also a very effective anti-theft device.
I just thought it might save me some time/head scratching over fitting it if
I could benefit from another's first-hand experience.
Squibby
Squibby
Chrs - 22 Sep 2007 13:28 GMT
So the key is not good engough. for anti theft device fit a good alarm.
which the car should have got on it.there are many things out there u
can fit on to a car if some one whats to nick it they will.
Zoab - 22 Sep 2007 14:27 GMT
> So the key is not good engough. for anti theft device fit a good alarm.
> which the car should have got on it.there are many things out there u
> can fit on to a car if some one whats to nick it they will.
This not quite what he is talking about Chris.
Bryan
Phil Cook - 22 Sep 2007 14:32 GMT
>So the key is not good engough. for anti theft device fit a good alarm.
>which the car should have got on it.there are many things out there u
>can fit on to a car if some one whats to nick it they will.
Fit a good alarm to wail away to no effect. Locks are easily bypassed.
Having an extra switch in the ignition chain will however confuse and
delay.
Zoab - 22 Sep 2007 14:26 GMT
>> I would think that fitting a cut off switch would cause dire consequences
>> to
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>
> Squibby
I take your point Squibby, but what I am saying is even to change a battery
you need to the system powered, I have a low power12 volt input via the
cigar lighter if I need to disconnect the battery for any reason.
Bryan