Jordan wrote:A couple of points I think are important.
- The stock c900 relays although I'm sure work, do not protect the ECM against reverse voltages that occur naturally from switching the relays on/off. Just for piece of mind, I use ones stock or equivalent Trionic relays which DO have that protection, which also requires some rewiring.
What do you mean by reverse voltages? Are you referring to voltage spikes? Can you explain how the trionic relays are different and/or superior to the stock c900 relays? And also what rewiring was done? Do you add a diode?
Jordan wrote:- On sensitive sensors that read resistance through the sensor and also use a reference signal for accurate reading, I think soldering is the way to go. Butt connectors are fine for branching power wires , but they can affect readings.
Which trionic sensors use ohms for a signal? Last time I checked they are all voltage based signals. If that is a solder vs crimp comment...there is no measurable difference in resistance through a wire between a solder join or crimp join using a high quality self ranging multimeter.
Jordan wrote:- I'm not a fan of the standard split loom just because it can retain water and is naturally more bulky and requires itself to be affixed to stay in place. Also HATE wrapping large amounts of electrical tape around stuff, just because I've had to UNwrap a lot of it and it turns into a sticky gooey mess!
I'm just being picky though.
The split loom was a personal/aesthetic and practical choice for me. To the untrained eye, if done right the split loom can be made to look completely OEM...minus the red DIC of course. My goal was to make things look as unobtrusive and original as possible. While it is slightly bulkier than other loom options I find it much easier to open up and perform surgery on if need be and patch up again than sealed loom material. As for moisture getting inside the loom I have yet to experience that even on the 23 year old LH harness I pulled out of the car. Sticky tape is a definite downside to using the split loom though.