Gauge Product Review

LOW MOVES LM-1616
fully adjustable Suspension Controller for hydros and air

The LOW MOVES line of controllers from West Brook Industries, Inc. is taking lowriding to new levels. While manual switching continues to be the most economical way to add action to a lowrider’s powered suspension the ability to reliably mix and match cylinder functions for long periods of time call for more elaborate setups. LOW MOVES provides rhythm switching with a series of industrial timers and relays that repeat selected steps without interruption. The driver creates his own unique routines and the controller repeats them exactly as often as desired without continual switching. Manual switch operation is still functional since the controller is connected parallel to the standard setup.

Programming the LM-1616 controller to perform even the most complex series of operations is easy once the basic concept is understood. Four primary functions are selected and adjusted by the driver.
1. Sequencing – deciding the order in which the individual wheels will operate
2. Timing – setting the length of time a wheel waits before pumping, how long it will pump, how long it waits before dumping and how long it dumps
3. Grouping – selecting how many wheels are controlled by one station. This can be set to 2, 3 or all four wheels
4. Solo select – control each wheel individually from each station

By adjusting the pump and dump timing the controller can be matched to the speed of the suspension cylinders (or bags). Adjusting the cylinder flows for raise and lower speeds adds even more flexibility to the system. Once a dance sequence is worked out the switch and timer settings are written down and the routine named. When the controller is reset to a routine the performance is repeated just as created.

Because of the problems that can result from extreme vibration and impact damage the system uses industrial grade components for reliable service and repeatable timer settings. The connections are solder type throughout the controller and printed circuit boards are used where possible. The system operates on 24 volts DC however other voltages are available. The number of pump and dump operators is matched to the user’s setup. Full instructions for installation and operation accompany the unit.

Options include a wireless remote on/off switch for operation from outside the vehicle. This is especially useful for shows and demo setups but would be handy for those all-important private exhibitions as well. The Audio input option puts the music from your sound system in control of the suspension. Also the system can be set up to operate on 110-volt AC outlet power for displaying at shows or at home.

For more information contact us at 954-667-6520, or www.lowmoves.com

 

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