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Old 09-24-2009, 01:25 PM   #16 (permalink)
DonR
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Originally Posted by Sparkchaser View Post
Hello,
How about those electric or vacuum motors that open/close retractable headlights on sports cars? Or, windshield wiper motor? I was thinking of the same sort of adjustable shutters for my diesel pickup, to help it warm up quicker in the winter, and hopefully help improve fuel economy too.
Mark
I love forgotten technology.

A thermostatically controlled vaccum actuated heat riser valve from a carburator does just this. Finding a thermostatically controlled vaccum switch is the problem.

McMaster-Carr


Search for "Sealed Linear Solenoids" I would recommend the continuous duty cycle.

Adjustable cooling fan control. 160°F to 240°F.
JEGS 52125 JEGS Adjustable Temperature Control Switch
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