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scorponox

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Posted: July 19, 2004 at 3:42 PM / IP Logged

I will use window motor to move my amp rack...but I would like to know how to wire it. I think I need 2 relays and 2 limit switches....any schematics?

Is there any other way to wire it up with a window module?

scorponox

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Posted: July 19, 2004 at 3:51 PM / IP Logged

I fogot to add that I would like the rack to slide out when the trunk opens and then when the trunk is closed the rack slides back. The trunk has a switch that grounds in order to turn on the trunk light....so I was thinking to use this switch to control the amp rack.

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Posted: July 22, 2004 at 12:10 AM / IP Logged

There actually is a good article on basic motorization that would probably help you out in the september issue of CA&E. When I can find a link to the article then I will post it.

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I saw your question and I was intrigued...and I think I have figured it out. The way I figure, you would have to use three relays...one that runs off the trunk switch and two for polarity reversal. You'll see what I mean in the diagram...

How do I wire for a motorized amp rack? -- posted image.

All you would have to do is figure out where to phisically put the limit switches so that the motor stops moving your rack setup. Hope this helps.

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Posted: August 03, 2004 at 6:23 AM / IP Logged

scorponox, did you try it yet? i'm interested to see your progress

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Posted: August 08, 2004 at 10:39 PM / IP Logged

Is there a place to buy adjustable actuators or is using window motors usually the norm?

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scorponox

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IT WORKED...THANKS ROPES.

It works like a charm. But now I have a problem...the motor spins too fast and I need to slow it down. How do I do this...with a resistor?

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Posted: August 31, 2004 at 11:49 AM / IP Logged

i just finished doing some motorization yesterday ..used 2 pulse timers 2 relays and a reed switch ...lifting the hatch on a 88 civic hb turned out pretty good

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Posted: September 02, 2004 at 11:23 PM / IP Logged

swede wrote:

Is there a place to buy adjustable actuators or is using window motors usually the norm?

Fishman Car Audio sell good Linear Actuators that I have used on numerous occasions....They are smooth actuating and are REAL Strong...

I am sure that most any Linear Actuator would be just as good..I have just been dealing With Fishman Custom Car audio accesories and like their business....They have all kinda stuff for doing custom installs....

How do I wire for a motorized amp rack? -- posted image.

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Posted: September 08, 2004 at 9:35 PM / IP Logged

Look what I found as a Starting place.

How do I wire for a motorized amp rack? -- posted image.

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