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Old 11-24-2009, 10:48 PM   #179 (permalink)
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Rick -
My only concern is that the TC clutch is actually slipping while at idle, which might be wearing it.

For the sake of the clutch, I'd probably install a throttle switch so that the power was cut if the accelerator isn't being used, or if the brakes are applied, either way.
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