The relay I have is a standard 30a automotive relay. The coil draws 160mA at 12v.
Ok looking at the schematic I have I see the 556 layout now.
I got the schematic from **broken link removed**, its the 2 stage time delay circuit. I am worried about the standard voltage lose per each 555 (1.7v I think). Would the 556 have 2 x 1.7v loss also. The supply voltage will be 14v or so and the relay is rated 12v.
Sorry, by cycling I meant on and then off after 2 secs and that's it.