Re: [DML] Lockzilla or WingsAloft???

[Chris Almy <chris.almy@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Sorry, I should have been more specific. The actuators are a great product 
and do prevent one of the major problems with the door lock controller. If 
I hadn't rebuilt one of the solenoids a month before Toby offered the 
upgrade, I would have bought them myself. The reason why I didn't suggest 
them to the original poster was because he wanted a simple solution. To me 
this means keeping the solenoids. Removing the door panels isn't simple or 
easy the first time around.

However, there's still the problem of how much standby current the lock 
controller uses. While probably not a problem for a daily driver, it still 
takes way more current then necessary. Regardless, nobody should be using 
the original controller with the solenoids. They should either rebuild it, 
replace it with a LockZilla, or simply disconnect it.

Chris
VIN 4099

At 07:19 PM 10/6/2004 +0000, you wrote:
>Not necessarily. The problems with the stock door lock controller stem
>primarily from it's being overloaded - the stock lock solenoids simply
>draw a LOT of power which the relays on the controller can't handle.
>
>If your module is currently working, it is a better idea to replace
>the lock solenoids instead of the control module. The stock lock
>solenoids are heavy, power hungry, and expensive at $110+ a piece if
>(not when) you have to replace them. For $100 total, you can get a
>pair of brand new linear actuators to replace the solenoids in both
>doors and some outboard relays to drive them - meaning your stock lock
>module will no longer be overloaded and should last the life of the
>car. This has the added benefit of reducing the strain on your door
>torsion bars & struts, reducing the strain on the electrical system,
>and it's a quarter the cost of replacing your lock module & solenoids.
>This kit is sold by www.delorean-parts.com as the "Wings-A-Loft Door
>Lock Actuator Upgrade", part #K2500DP. (direct link:
>http://delorean-parts.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=DPNW&Product_Code=K2500DP&Category_Code=9401)
>
>-Ryan






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