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Subject:Bostig Oil Level Warning Light Circuit
From:Jarrett Kupcinski
Date:Fri, 20 Dec 2013 20:16:54 -0600

The Bostig HC Oilpan comes with a low level float which triggers an indicator light when the circuit is closed. Unfortunately, the float is fairly sensitive, and closes the circuit on rapid acceleration and hard turns, thus causing the light to flicker briefly. I'd like to eliminate this false indication of low oil level by building a circuit which causes the warning light to illuminate only after the circuit closes AND remains closed for a few seconds.

This is a known issue with Bostig and while it's not intolerable as is, I'd like to fix it. I'd appreciate any help on the best way to design this circuit. I've included a basic circuit diagram of the existing circuit here:
http://kpcnsk.tumblr.com/post/70638255838/simplifed-wiring-diagram-of-the-bostig-oil-level

Thanks for your help,

Jarrett Kupcinski
89 Bostig'd Westy