Yesterday I installed Off Road Engineering's (http://www.offroadengineering.com) HIC600 throttle controller in my LLY and I'm impressed. Install could not have been simpler, it functions perfectly, and it fits my needs to a "T" (origin of that term?).

The only connections to OEM is a tie into the OBDC system (tapping +12v, Grnd, and buss leads) via a very compact connector and a (separate) ground and/or +12v key power. Options provided are up to three user-set fixed rpm settings engaged via SPST switches, an automatic rpm increase when battery discharge is detected, and/or verrry fine rpm control via a potentiometer.

Since it is already the case that I have tied into the ECM and BCM in so many places that mention of warranty would cause any GM service manager to break out in hysterical laughter, I chose to hard wire into the OBDC leads, with the buss lead switched at the console to effectively engage/disengage the controller. With the buss disconnected, it assures that a Tech2 won't get confused.

A second SPST switch at the console can bring up the rpm to 1200 (to keep a 3KW inverter happy) or a variable potentiometer in the rear of the vehicle can be used for fine rpm adjustment (to control a Premier welder voltage).

I purchased the unit through Yawan Smith (408) 591-1029 who provided the switches, pot, wires and connectors.

That sounds pretty neat and would be really handy running the welder or a winch. They don't have a price on the wevsite though, want to clue us in on what it takes?

The website doesn't really say anything abot the 600. . . any other info on it. . . Does it seem like it could be modified to be controlled by a remote starter?

Thanks,
Dennis

For any questions regarding the unit, I suggest that you call Off Road Engineering (949-581-2991). I had a few tech questions and called them. The person that answered the phone sounded technically proficient but nonetheless took down my questions for confirmation with someone else and returned my call within an hour.

Regarding working with remote start, I suspect that it will. I can have the unit switched on, turn off the ignition, turn on the ignition, start the vehicle, and the unit is engaged (starts with the increased rpm).

Was the price comparable to the others on the site?

Thanks,
Dennis

Dennis, I'm not sure what I paid. Yawan and I have been doing some trading back and forth and we haven't sat down and figured things out yet. Spend a dime (or two) and call Off Road Engineering or Yawan.