cruise control

I just need to identify the wire that goes to the speedo itself. I don't know if fitting to the sensor would work?
The instructions are here

It's multi language so you'll have to wade through it to GB but at least it's not Chinglish

Just an update. When I first took it out on a test drive it just wasn't working.
Basically after a lot of fiddling I accidentally found out that it was working but only at around 15mph! I checked and rechecked the wiring etc. and went over the troubleshooter a few times. I also added/removed magnets on the prop.
On the troubleshooter there is a static test whereby you can get the servo working without the car moving.
Once again this didn't work BUT, more through frustration than knowledge, I accidentally found out that it was working but you had to hold the set button down for a long time until the control unit/servo edged up in 1 mph increments and pulled the throttle cable. THAT was it. The throttle cable was too slack(see the pic of the cable fixings and you can see the slack in the throttle cable)
Once that was sorted the static test worked but on the road it still wasn't coming in at the correct road speeds.
On the control box there is a wire loop that can be cut to increase the impulses so I did!
I can now cruise at a comfortable 50-60mph
Anyone thinking of fitting one It's no real problem to fit as long as you have a basic reasonable knowledge of electrics/mechanics.
The instructions look daunting but if taken step by step as in the instructions it soon comes together.
If you have a garage to do it in It can be done in a day.
Apart from the comprehensive kit you will need some copper brake tubing to extend the vacuum pipe over to the n/s wing(as pic) and a U clamp to mount the clutch switch bracket to the steering column.
If you wanted to cut the vacuum servo bowden cable you could mount the servo nearer the vacuum supply.
I fitted the magnetic sensor to the rear of the transfer box and prop shaft in a similar way to the fwd illustration.
The instructions tell you to drill the floor and mount the bracket but there is too much movement in the transfer box for the 3-5mm clearance required and you will lose the magnet.
This is a bit low for any off roaders but ok for road use. No doubt it could be fitted elsewhere for you off roaders.
The only holes drilled were 2 small self tappers for the control box and one on the inner wing for the servo. There is already an unused threaded hole there.
Don't forget if you change vehicles it can be removed.
If anyone wants any advice/info please ask.

Just been up to my daughters in Wakefield which is 2hrs each way(longest journey so far) and I can say the cruise control works very well and saves my right ankle. I set it at 50mph on the A1 and most things passed me making a very easy journey.
No need to worry about speed cameras on those long restricted 40/50 mph sections and the Jimny trundles along easily at these speeds.
I'm still not sure about the position of the control switch although it's easily reached it's a bit ugly and stands out. Maybe I'll paint it grey or matt black lol
The Jimny does not have a lot of space but I'll have a think about it.
It can be fitted just about anywhere you like as long as it is easily reached and you don't have to reach through the steering wheel.
If anyone could identify the speedo wire from the sensor(08 vvt) I would try to use that instead of the propshaft sensor.

Just an uodate I'm very pleased with the kit and it does what it says on the tin.
I'm about to retire and bored so if anyone is interested in this kit but is a bit put off by the complexity if you supply the kit I'd be willing to fit it for a one off fee of £100. It takes about a day to fit and I'm in Northants.
The control switch is flat backed and comes with sticky tape so if you don't want it in the same place as mine it can be fitted on top of the dash or on the side of the centre console etc.
If you want to see it in operation first feel free to come over and see mine working.
I'm not a dealer just someone who trained as an aircraft mechanic in the Navy and had a lifelong interest in cars/bikes. I'm currently setting myself up to do minor repairs/tyre fitting etc on bikes(sorry no cars as I don't have the room for major work) so once again if anyone wants something doing at a reasonable agreed one off fee please contact me.

I did a long run yesterday with the intention of taking into account the mpg on cruise control.
Most of my journeys so far have been mainly local so I don't get much of a chance to use it or check mpg but with summer coming up and towing my small caravan I expect to be using it a bit more.
I can confirm that with cruise control on for 95% of the time and doing the calculations on the computer I got.......... dadah(fanfare) ......... 37.776 mpg at a steady 55 mph on the speedo so is probably nearer 53 mph.
The car is standard so I don't expect large tyres will get the same result but it should improve mpg on any setup.
There is no doubt the vacuum servo increases mpg as it's a lot steadier than your foot and it helps a lot with fatigue on long journeys.
I have a dodgy right ankle which locks up a bit on those long boring steady journeys where you don't move your foot much so for me it was worth fitting.

Hi

I feel inspired by your blog and am going to have a go on my 2005 VVT. Did you ever identify the speedo cable colour or a suitable connection point?

Colin