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> Rear Trunk Release Solenoid - where to find one?, I don't want to run a manual cable...
ptravnic
post Sep 29 2011, 12:27 PM
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I have the rear reflector and have drilled a small hole in the middle of the "S" that I can push a coat hanger (actually have a perfect sized allen wrench) through to manually release. The manual cable release don't work b/c I have a trailer hitch mount that would interfere with the cable routing.

I'd prefer to have an electric option that operates from the cockpit. Who sells the solenoid setup? Are there other solenoid's that can be customized to work?

Thanks in advance!

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Bartlett 914
post Sep 30 2011, 07:14 AM
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I never had any luck with that solenoid. The power is too weak when the plunger is raised. I have a couple here if needed. I don't recommend drilling a hole in your reflector. I made a wire through the trunk floor and I have a pull cable behind the rear valence. You really need something. If the electrical setup fails, you are locked out. I have toyed with the idea of hinging my license plate and having it pull the cable. This way I won't burn my hands on the hot muffler (again). Maybe a winter project!
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