HOBBS Switch discussion

TYTILIDIE

TYTILIDIE

METH HEAD
Got some problems with a Hobbs switch. I am working on Turbotyphoo69's Ty and am pretty much done with it. We installed the ATR double pump unit on the truck and today I finally got around to installing the indicator light in the gauge pod. Well, it doesn't come on. I hooked the switch wire up to 12v+ and the pump kicked on but the light did not come on. I tested the light off of the battery and it does indeed work. So I need to really verify this thing is working. I am suspicious that maybe the Hobbs switch is dead. Where can they be purchased and how much do they usually go for?

My other thought is this, I read someone wanting to use code 59 to run the second pump, this I can handle apparently using the stock boost control solenoid wiring. If I were to do that, what wires would I use from it and where would they go?
 
TYTILIDIE

TYTILIDIE

METH HEAD
Re: HOBBS Switch discussion

I just got this fixed. I was wondering why it was knocking so bad at 5psi. Anything over 6psi was just undriveable and I had to stop tuning. I started checking everything manually. I replaced the relay for the hell of it then started trouble shooting. I found that the Hobbs switch simply needed to be adjusted. I didn't even realize it was adjustable until I took it off and saw the adjustment screw. So I put a gauge and regulator on my air chuck and applied some psi. I turned the regulator to 5psi and then adjusted the screw until I could hear the fuel pump turn on. I put it all back together and took for a ride. The light comes on and everything and the truck just starts pulling like a freight train. I cant wait to see what this thing will run.
 
TYTILIDIE

TYTILIDIE

METH HEAD
Re: HOBBS Switch discussion

Well this switch actually failed me today. I am going to order another one unless someone can or can't verify that it can be used with the stock boost control solenoid. If that would be the case, I will be all over it.
 
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