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68 Suburban · 10-14-2003, 06:28 PM

I was lucky enough to find a NOS ARA Speed Control Unit for my burb. The parts almost look like it could be a GM unit. Everything was included, except the directions

I guess that is an important part missing....lol.

Anyone know where I could get a copy of the instructions? I don't think ARA is a company anymore. I wonder since it seems so similar to the GM unit, maybe the wiring would be close to the same

hope, hope!!!

71GMC_3/4T · 10-14-2003, 07:40 PM

ARA cruise controls were used a lot back in the early to mid 80's on motorhomes. I installed quite a few of them. About all you have to do is install a module inline with the speedo cable down by the tranny, hook up the power and brake, wire in the control/switch, and you should be good to go.
Got any pics you can post so we can help you guess how to hook it up and see if it still has any smoke left in it?

68 Suburban · 10-14-2003, 07:41 PM

Thanks for the reply and the help! I will post pictures of what I have in a little bit.

68 Suburban · 10-14-2003, 07:52 PM

Pictures of what I am dealing with

68 Suburban · 10-15-2003, 05:33 AM

ttt

65val · 12-29-2007, 02:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71GMC_3/4T

ARA cruise controls were used a lot back in the early to mid 80's on motorhomes. I installed quite a few of them. About all you have to do is install a module inline with the speedo cable down by the tranny, hook up the power and brake, wire in the control/switch, and you should be good to go.
Got any pics you can post so we can help you guess how to hook it up and see if it still has any smoke left in it?

Hi. I stumbled onto your message while surfing for info on these ARA cruise systems. My daughter has one in her recently-purchased "off-topic" car and its not working. I note that you said you had experience with these systems and gave another member some advice on repairs,etc. Do you have any literature/manuals for these units? My daughters' system isnt working at all, and I'm really not sure where to start troubleshooting.

Thanks

71GMC_3/4T....please see your PM's for my direct email addy

Darwin
BC Canada

10-14-2003, 06:28 PM	#1
68 Suburban Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: From Chicago, Live in Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,802	Longshot Question on an ARA Cruise Control Unit. I was lucky enough to find a NOS ARA Speed Control Unit for my burb. The parts almost look like it could be a GM unit. Everything was included, except the directions I guess that is an important part missing....lol. Anyone know where I could get a copy of the instructions? I don't think ARA is a company anymore. I wonder since it seems so similar to the GM unit, maybe the wiring would be close to the same hope, hope!!! __________________ Just sitting here contemplating contemplation.

10-14-2003, 07:40 PM	#2
71GMC_3/4T Weapons Of Construction Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Colorado, USA Posts: 1,095	ARA cruise controls were used a lot back in the early to mid 80's on motorhomes. I installed quite a few of them. About all you have to do is install a module inline with the speedo cable down by the tranny, hook up the power and brake, wire in the control/switch, and you should be good to go. Got any pics you can post so we can help you guess how to hook it up and see if it still has any smoke left in it? __________________ 1971 GMC 2500, 402/TH400 4.10 Daily Driver Lafayette, CO

10-14-2003, 07:41 PM	#3
68 Suburban Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: From Chicago, Live in Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,802	Thanks for the reply and the help! I will post pictures of what I have in a little bit. __________________ Just sitting here contemplating contemplation.

10-14-2003, 07:52 PM	#4
68 Suburban Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: From Chicago, Live in Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,802	Pictures of what I am dealing with __________________ Just sitting here contemplating contemplation.

10-15-2003, 05:33 AM	#5
68 Suburban Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: From Chicago, Live in Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,802	ttt __________________ Just sitting here contemplating contemplation.

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