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awolff280sl

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Trunk popper
« on: October 14, 2014, 00:31:39 »
A couple of years ago I put in a central lock/unlock system controlled by my key fob. It's been very convenient for a daily driver. But I continued to be inconvenienced when carrying packages and having to mess with a key to get in the trunk. Finally got around to devising an auto trunk unlock. It works great from both the key fob and an underdash button. Even though I always enjoy driving the Pagoda, I got spoiled by modern cars.
Andy   Sarasota, FL
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Re: Trunk popper
« Reply #1 on: October 19, 2014, 21:45:28 »
I like it!

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Re: Trunk popper
« Reply #2 on: October 20, 2014, 21:36:38 »
needed a covering
Andy   Sarasota, FL
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Re: Trunk popper
« Reply #3 on: October 21, 2014, 16:18:47 »
I like the touch of using a Harken thing-a-ma-jig ...

I usually keep my trunk unlocked so it's relatively easy to get into it. But this is a good solution.
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