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Throttle issues.

Hey. I'm looking for some advice on a throttle pedal for a gm 1.6 Vortec I'm putting in a project I'm building. I got the motor from a skyjack 9250 scissor, and I'm trying to use it in a mini loader/ tractor I'm planning to build. My problem is I want to have an actual live throttle pedal, not just the 3 speeds the motor has now (idle, fast idle, and fast). The schematic for the engine shows 2 leads, speed+ and speed-, these aren't used in the scissor lift. Does anyone know what to hook up to these as a throttle? I'm thinking a potentiometer possibly? Or just vary the resistance between the 2 wires? Either way I'd like some advice as I don't want to let the smoke out of the computer. Does anyone know a make or model of a machine with this motor that has a throttle pedal? Thanks a lot for any help :)
  • Posted 14 Nov 2016 01:52
  • By Mike21
  • joined 14 Nov'16 - 4 messages
  • Ontario, Canada
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Sure! I would recommend using a potentiometer to vary the resistance between the speed+ and speed- leads on the engine schematic. This should allow you to have a live throttle pedal for your project without risking damage to the computer. As for a specific make or model with a similar setup, I'm not sure offhand, but hopefully, someone else can chime in with that info. If you want more help, visit OBD2.LTD Good luck with your build!
  • Posted 17 Jul 2024 17:09
  • By Mauro26
  • joined 12 Jun'24 - 4 messages
  • China

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