Wanted to test this to see how well it functioned before I begin final installation.
Secured the correct Vacuum hose locally. The smaller hose from the Control, based on file images of NOS kits by all accounts is apox 6" long.
Just enough to exit the glove box, then with the Reducer it connects to the larger hose routed on the PS run to the trunk.
I set up 25' of hose to see how well this system would function.
Worked flawlessly so this Control is plenty strong for the task.
I moved on to the Power unit.
Mounting it to the latch support was somewhat straight forward.
This requires removing the Lock and rod. Once the PU is set you then have to trim apox 3/4 of an inch off the stock Rod. Re-install and test operation. I felt is was a bit stiff, this was easy to correct by loosening the PU bolts and re-positioning it to release any bind.
Once that was done a few test with the key and a dab of lube on all moving parts and it works perfect.
I have the tension of my trunk rods set so my lid "pops" open apox 18/20" not sure if I want it to flip/lift all the way open.
This option has been one I have been after or almost 20 years.
Never able to find/secure both pieces at the same time and selling off the singles over time thinking I would likely never find the complete assembly.
The ones I did see complete over the years were IMO way over priced.
I'll be pulling the interior soon to add sound deadner and at that time complete the final install if the release.
One more option to the list
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When I die, I want to go peacefully like my grandfather did, in his sleep.
Not screaming like the passengers in his car.
