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Starter kill relay, can I wire it to the fuel pump

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Forum Name: Car Security and Convenience
Forum Discription: Car Alarms, Keyless Entries, Remote Starters, Immobilizer Bypasses, Sensors, Door Locks, Window Modules, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats, etc.
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Topic: Starter kill relay, can I wire it to the fuel pump

Posted By: M4LFUNCT10N
Subject: Starter kill relay, can I wire it to the fuel pump
Date Posted: November 15, 2002 at 8:18 PM

Is this fine to do with a normally closed relay?  I've got the DEI 6000ESP installed in my 88 300ZX.  It is much easier to hide the relay and wires if I can wire them to the fuel pump, or even another 12V line that needs power to start and drive the car.  I have a Engine Control fuse on the drivers side kick panel.  I could very easily clip this wire, and no one would have any idea what wires were cut.  The only reason I'm asking the question, is I don't know much about relays, and whether it is safe to have a constant 12v+ running through them.  The starter would only be for a few seconds at a time, whereas my idea would be constant. 

           Thanks   Logan




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Posted By: securinu
Date Posted: November 15, 2002 at 8:23 PM
you can but not advisable if that ever fails the car will stall while you are driving. its up to you.



Posted By: M4LFUNCT10N
Date Posted: November 15, 2002 at 8:27 PM
Good point.  Thanks for the info!!


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