Got a cruise control on my '89 DX. Manufacturer is Equus. Had for many years.... no problem.
It was available with either a pickup that clamped on one of the spark plugs leads or a direct hookup to the distributor. I have used both, and there seems to be no difference in the cruise this way.
This unit simply works off of engine speed. It doesn't come with a clutch switch. If the engine speed hits 1K rpm higher than the set speed, it simply disengages.
It can be kinda neat, especially when stuck in traffic as there can be after an accident, or when "cruising" at low speed. Drop it in 2nd gear, get to a desired speed, say 12 mph, and hit set on the cruise. Kinda neat!!
That may not help you much, but -- I've been happy with mine, with one exception: This uses a loop connector to attach to the throttle linkage. With time these wear and break. I ordered a "supply" of these several years ago and have not had much of an issue since.
I'm not familiar with the units that you are listing below, but most all connect up the same way.
Another option that I've heard of someone doing is to get a factory unit from a 4dr Civic LX. You would have to swap out a variety of pieces and parts, but this would result in the most "natural" form of cruise control.
Good Luck!
David Miller
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'89 CRX DX, white, 199K miles
'90 CRX Si, yellow, 49K miles
'02 Civic EX, ruby, 24K miles
'94 Helix, black, 16K miles
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From: Warren Bowman[SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
Sent: Wednesday, October 23, 2002 12:16 PM
To: CRX list
Subject: CRX: Cruise Control
Hiya,
Newbie here. I just got my first CRX, a 1989 DX with 92,000 mile on it.
A genuine "little old lady" car, from the original owner. As you all
know, these are a blast to drive.
I am facing a pretty hefty commute right now, and I would like to add a
cruise control, mostly to minimise some discomfort that I feel on long
drives, due to some nerve damage in my right foot. I have checked the
web, and I understand that there was no factory cruise for my particular
model, so I guess it's aftermarket for me.
Has anybody on the list used any of the aftermarket cruises, and have
they worked out OK? I have read elsewhere that the Zemco works well, but
I am having trouble locating a source for one. My local auto parts shop
carries an Audiovox, but I don't know if I trust the thing.
Apparently the ones that tie into the Vehicle Speed Sensor work the
best,anyone know how this is done?
All comments appreciated.....
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