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| david parker (Dparker)
Registered Member Username: Dparker Post Number: 1 Registered: 12-2007 Posted From: 208.71.234.173 Rating: N/A |
All, New "busnut" here ... converted an old mci 7 Apologize if i break some "posting" rules but i am new to this process as well ... i have a lot of fun playing with my old bus (my wife is ready to burn it, but i like it) i was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on how to create a cruise control. I have no experience with air throttles but guess prehaps that if i had one of these it would be easy to allow this lock the throttle and dump with brake application? while not a "true" cruise with old Detroit would probably work well enough? I thank you advance for your thoughts... david | ||
| RJ Long (Rjlong)
Registered Member Username: Rjlong Post Number: 1346 Registered: 12-2000 Posted From: 67.181.166.160 Rating: N/A |
David - Pete (RTS/Daytona) sells the Rostra cruise control units, which work very well in a bus. I'm sure he'll see your post and chime in with more info. Welcome to the madness! FWIW & HTH. . .  | ||
| Pete/RTS Daytona (Pete_rtsdaytona)
Registered Member Username: Pete_rtsdaytona Post Number: 421 Registered: 1-2005 Posted From: 208.118.14.150 Rating: N/A |
******************************************* last modification 09/05/07 pcp*********** * TYPICAL BUS CONVERSION * * $160- 250-1223 - ROSTRA GLOBAL CRUISE CONTROL * * $39 - 250-3593 - Dash Mount switch w/on/off light -or- $21 for 250-3084 (no on/off light) * * Shipping $12 - FedEx Home Delivery (Insured) * * Send Check or Money Orders to * * Pete Papas * * 50 Caladium Drive * * Ormond Beach, Florida 32174 * * Home # ---> (386) 672-571 * * I accept PayPal to hawk_ii_mail@yahoo.com BUT Please add $6 to cover The Paypal Fees * ***************************************************************************** * Specs - Rostra Global Cruise Control 250-1223 * ***************************************************************************** <>cable travel / pull -> 1 5/8" @ 25 to 30 lbs pull <>Set Speed - Coast/Decelerate - Resume/ Accelerate <>Tap-Up, 1 MPH per tap -- Tap-Down, 1 MPH per tap <>Controlled Resume Rate - Closer, More Accurate Control of Set Speed <>Enhanced Adaptability <>Works with 3, 4, 5, 6 or 8 Cylinders <>Select ECM, AC Generator, Magnets, or Pulse Sender as Speed Signal Source <>Select Square or Sine Wave Speed Signal Source (min 2000 - max 38,600 pules/mile) <>Quiet Operation Allows more Mounting Locations <>Select Acceleration Rate - Select Gain Control - Select Manual or Automatic Trans. <>Select Open Circuit or Closed Circuit Engagement Switches <>Removable Wiring Harness with Locking Device <>Redesigned Water Sealing <>Neutral Safety Switch (NSS) Compatible <>Cruise Engaged Output (Ground Signal When Engaged) <>Self Diagnostic <>Easier Installation <>No Vacuum Required - Lost Motion built into the cable <>Smaller Module - Single Unit Mounting <>New Connectors with Positive Contact and Lock <>No Clutch Switch Needed (except Diesel) <>In-Line Fuses are Closer to Module <>VSS (Vehicle Speed Sensor) Wire Already in Harness <>Additional Throttle Hardware Included in Kit <>Compatible with Neutral Safety <>Compatible with Distributorless Ignition Systems / Direct Fire Ignition Systems ******************************************************************* * Optional Devices * ******************************************************************* $24 - 250-3032 universal switch cut/off w/allen screws $21 - 250-3421 slim arm universal adjustable switch $59 - 250-2036 - Wireless RF steering wheel mount under s/w hub) $59 - 250-2035 - Wireless RF steering wheel mount right side s/w hub) $30 - 250-4206 Universal Clutch Disengagement switch kit (required for safety) (tach signal disengagement (over rev control) on diesels is not recomended) $25 - 250-4165 Universal DriveShaft Magnetic pickup kit (if no speedometer signal) (The Rostra (vechicle speed sensor) input requires 2,000 to 38,600 Pulses/mile note 1-Older GM buses with 4 stud front wheel senders create about 2000 P/Mile note 2-newer GM and RTS create about 15,000 (P/Mile) for the speedo - OK note 3-MCI-many have speedo cable driven pulser - within the acceptable range | ||
| Pete/RTS Daytona (Pete_rtsdaytona)
Registered Member Username: Pete_rtsdaytona Post Number: 422 Registered: 1-2005 Posted From: 208.118.14.150 Rating: N/A |
If anyone needs a Rostra Global Cruise Control - for pickup at Bussin 2008 in Arcadia Florida (avoid the $12 shipping charge - with pickup at Arcadia) Let me know your options - I'm about to place my order to re-freash my inventory Let me know --IN ADVANCE-- They go quickly in Arcadia Pete RTS/Daytona |