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Old 12-24-2009, 03:51 PM   #2800 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Oval_Overload View Post
Zap! implements this with a relay on the throttle. 110 VAC disconnects the throttle, and high-pedal lockout prevents any shenanigans if you were to unplug while in "drive" mode.

That is an option, but then again a relay is a mechanical part that can fail. Bones' method involves fewer mechanical parts and less 110VAC wiring.
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