Invalid or non-existent item ID.Invalid or non-existent item ID.I got it from ebay - not too expensive either, just needed to add a couple of brackets from my Meccano set to assist with mounting it, but B and Q sell a good range of steel bracketry. Like I said before, no need to use a relay if you use a decent enough switch.
The switch supplied with the kit was a small micro push button which was not that suitable. I tested the solenoid and found that it pulled in just over 3 amps when energised, so it was a no brainer to omit the relay and use a good solid push button to operate the solenoid.Anything that can handle 5 amps or more will do - dont forget the operation of the solenoid is momentary, you only need to supply it for a fraction of a second for it to open the catch.
Just make sure your boot catch is nice and free before fitting...maybe best to give it a grease up.
Ebay link below...
Boot release kit