{"product_id":"cruise-control-kit-for-mechanical-throttle-body-dakota-digital-velocity","title":"Cruise Control Kit for Mechanical Throttle Body Dakota Digital Velocity","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eDakota Digital Velocity Series (VCM-200 \u0026amp; VCM-300)\u003c\/b\u003e brings modern, precision cruise control technology to classic vehicles using mechanical cable-driven throttle bodies. This system eliminates the \"surging\" and inconsistency of older vacuum-based units, replacing them with a high-torque electric motor and a sophisticated microprocessor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eAdvanced Setup and Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eDakota Digital has focused on removing the guesswork from installation through digital integration:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eApp-Based Configuration:\u003c\/b\u003e Use the Dakota Digital mobile app to access an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"72\"\u003eintuitive setup wizard\u003c\/b\u003e. This guides you through the calibration process and includes a troubleshooting wizard to diagnose any wiring or signal issues instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiagnostic Display:\u003c\/b\u003e The control module features a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003eseven-segment display\u003c\/b\u003e and integrated LEDs, providing real-time feedback during setup and operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandle Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e The system is \"universal\" in its ability to learn. It can be programmed to work with almost any \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"118\"\u003eresistive or non-resistive switch\u003c\/b\u003e, including original equipment (OE) cruise handles from late-model donor cars or aftermarket chrome handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eVCM-200 vs. VCM-300: Choosing Your Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe primary difference between the two series is how they receive the vehicle's speed signal (VSS):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVCM-200 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVCM-300 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,0\"\u003eVehicles with mechanical speedometer cables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,1,2,0\"\u003eVehicles with electronic speedometers or VSS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncluded Sensor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSEN-01-4160 Pass-Thru Sensor:\u003c\/b\u003e Installs between your cable and transmission.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,2,2,0\"\u003eNo sensor included (uses existing electronic signal).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,3,1,0\"\u003eWorks with 7\/8\" and 5\/8\" threaded cables.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,3,2,0\"\u003ePlug-and-Play with Dakota Digital Instrument Systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExpansion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,4,1,0\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"6,4,2,0\"\u003eCan use \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"8\"\u003eSEN-4165 Magnetic Sensor\u003c\/b\u003e for custom setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eSeamless Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDakota Digital Instruments:\u003c\/b\u003e If you have a modern Dakota Digital dash (with a plastic control box), this unit connects via the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"126\"\u003eAux I\/O BIM connection\u003c\/b\u003e, sharing speed and tachometer data instantly without extra wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/b\u003e The system includes dozens of built-in safety 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