Originally Posted by
ala_xfire
more volts is not the answer.
The power of an electromagnet is determined by the wire size and number of windings in it.
The larger the wire size, the more amps you can apply.
The more windings, the more electromagnet force.
This rule applies from the smallest relay coil up the the CERN SuperCollider.
( The above is a gross oversimplification, but I think you get the gist )
Exactly, we are working with 12volts. My thought was the ECU might be limiting current pulled by the magnet.