Can I Use Cruise Control With My BluePrint Engine?

No.

During the first:

500 Miles

BluePrint recommends:

Because cruise control maintains a constant vehicle speed and RPM, it should generally be avoided during the break-in period.

After:

Cruise control may be used normally.

No.

Cruise control simply maintains the vehicle's speed and does not negatively affect engine operation once break-in is complete.

Can I Use Electronic Cruise Control?

Yes.

Most BluePrint Engines work well with modern electronic cruise control systems when properly installed and calibrated.

Common applications include:

Yes.

Many traditional muscle cars and street rods use vacuum-operated cruise control systems successfully with BluePrint Engines.

Engine vacuum availability may vary depending on:

My Cruise Control Surges Or Hunts

Common causes include:

Inspect the cruise control system before diagnosing engine-related concerns.

Yes, but avoid using cruise control and vary your RPM whenever possible during the first 500 miles.

In some vacuum-operated systems, large camshafts can reduce available vacuum and affect cruise control performance.

Yes. Many Holley-equipped vehicles utilize electronic cruise control successfully.

Cruise control can often help maintain consistent vehicle speed and may improve fuel economy during highway driving.

Many customers ask whether cruise control can be used with a BluePrint Engine and if it will affect engine performance, drivability, or break-in. The answer is yes. Most BluePrint Engines can be used with cruise control when properly installed and adjusted.