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bat+---------relay pos-------relay neg -------- Switch-------- Ground
Bat+ -------switch---------relay pos---------relay neg------Ground
Both work. One switches battery +, the other switches battery - to activate the relay.
The stock controller switches the negative source, to activate the...
You will not have a dead short, you will have an electrical device(load). Those 2 small terminals are on either end of a coil of wire! That is what is called an "electromagnet".
Your description of voltages and when you have them sounds correct.
This is also very well covered in the -20TM...
A bit of personal trial and error may be needed for your use(to "perfect" the guessing game of manual control).
There is a difference between starting and optimal starting.
Yes, somewhat.
If your engine temp is around 150 or higher, you should not need them at all.
Outside temp below freezing, maybe go more seconds.
All this also depends on which GPs your using, what battery voltage you supply and your engine condition.
A working controller card is my preference.
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