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RX8 cruise control

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I did carry out a search and didn't find a definitive thread...

I am thinking of installing cruise control on my mx5, but with a aftermarket steering wheel.

I've found a couple of suitable button sets from alternative manufacturers which I can mount on the dash or create a custom button mount on the steering wheel (similar to the Ford smax setup)

Does any one know of any glaring issues which would prevent me using button from a jag or Ford for example?

I've found/downloaded the software to switch the feature on, on the ecu.
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As long as the buttons do the same thing I can't think of a reason. I don't think there are any issues with using alternate switches, Mazda 6 switchgears work once the cruise is enabled for example.
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Found something suitable.
Need to hunt for buttons now.
Going to drill an additional button hole on either side
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After looking at the wiring diagram, the cruise control buttons work off resistance...
Initial plan might not work
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@mods can you merge this into my project thread please. Can see this becoming a bit involved :)
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Hi have a set of buttons with cruise control, tho they are from an auto. I was going to put them up on eBay. Here’s some pics if your interested.
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How much out of intesrest?
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Paul_13 wrote:
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How much out of intesrest?
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I'll pass, thanks though
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I'll have them Pete, can't turn up a set that are actually in the UK!
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Ok mate pm me 👍
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