drive-by-wire

[Bruno!]

On Fri, 4 Oct 1996, Daniel Ridge wrote:

> However, the thing I really can't stand -- trunks and engine bay latches
> that operate only by cable. My Fiat X1/9 is such a car. Is there some
> solenoid that I can buy cheaply from a yard that I can install to tug on
> the cables for me? 

Try a central locking solenoid from a car that was equipped with 
one, or go down to the local car/electronics store, which might have 
central locking solenoids and stuff which you should be able to buy. 
While you're at it, the doors could cop a bit of automation as well.


Back to diy....

Bruno.  (b.marzano at student.canberra.edu.au)

1977 Celica liftback (engine's knackered)
24" Repco road bike (front fork's rooted)
20" Oxford BMX (daily transport)