Line Lock as a Security device

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DonMaximo

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If I used a toggle switch on front-brake line lock setup, what problems do you foresee with my pressing the brake pedal, putting the toggle into the "ON" position, and walking away from my car ?

Will this damage the solenoid ?

Will it result in a drain on the battery ?

Just wondering if aside from the typical usage of this device, if it could also be used as a Security device.

Any feedback is greatly appreciated.

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2000xp8

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I'd suspect it would drain the battery.
The line loc runs normally open, meaning it takes power to keep it closed.

 

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robertdale

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It would burn the linelock up fast. It takes power to activate the solenoid.

 

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mavmavv

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What type of solenoids are they? I have a lot of experience with Solenoids from Air Suspension and it shouldnt really put that much of a pull on the battery at all. Its not really the best Anti-Theft solution, but I suppose it would work. I wouldnt bother personally.

Edit: I must have put thousands of cycles on my solenoids on my truck, no problems whatsoever, and this was with 200PSI behind the valves being held shut. Might be a different type of valve setup though.

 

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DonMaximo

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B&M 46075 Line Lock Loc Launch Control Solenoid

I should have been more clear.

The car will be garaged, but when I step out to a restaurant or something like that, I thought it would be "nice", not necessary, to lock those front wheels down.

 

RYC CUKR

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I know that when I put my Hurst line lock on the directions specifically said not to hold it for more than 60 seconds I believe or you risk damaging the solenoid.

 

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Sicarius428

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I remember reading that also on one I bought and never installed yet.
Kevin

 

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mavmavv

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Well there ya go. Dont try it.

 

89_LX

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RYC CUKR said:

I know that when I put my Hurst line lock on the directions specifically said not to hold it for more than 60 seconds I believe or you risk damaging the solenoid.

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yep pretty sure thats what mine said too, i wouldnt trust it, its not what they were made for



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