What stupid mistake have you made today?

[Detroit Bill]

Originally Posted by patrickt

He has a Toploader. But, if you are inclined to put a NSS in your SPF with your Tremec, make sure you include a NSS bypass as the internal Tremec switch tends to fail, especially if you're not using a separate relay with the switch to activate your starter solenoid (and thus lessen the current going through your NSS).

I was not aware that they had a tendency to fail. If it is a known problem I would expect Tremec to fix it over time.

[patrickt]

Originally Posted by Detroit Bill

I was not aware that they had a tendency to fail. If it is a known problem I would expect Tremec to fix it over time.

They won't. The problem is that it is an extremely low amp switch that is designed for computer controlled "modern" vehicles. If you hook it up to your old style Ford solenoid that is bolted on to the firewall, then you'll burn it up and you'll be stranded. You have to use a separate, low amp relay. Or, just never reach in and start the car from the outside. Better yet, never even put the key in the ignition unless your butt is in the seat.

[Detroit Bill]

Originally Posted by patrickt

They won't. The problem is that it is an extremely low amp switch that is designed for computer controlled "modern" vehicles. If you hook it up to your old style Ford solenoid that is bolted on to the firewall, then you'll burn it up and you'll be stranded. You have to use a separate, low amp relay. Or, just never reach in and start the car from the outside. Better yet, never even put the key in the ignition unless your butt is in the seat.

That makes sense.