(ELECTRICAL) Considering running another fusebox/distribution box.
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Considering running another fusebox/distribution box.
Hey guys,
Here is my thinking, im going to have ALOT of accessories in my RX-7 that are going to be wired in.
Example:
redoing the power window wiring
CD player
New headlight wiring
LM-1
Greddy profec B spec II
microtech LT10s
5 autometer cobalt gauges
J and S knock sensor
Anyways im going to be relocating my battery into the passenger side bin. Im thinking it would be nice to have another fuse box in the bin, so I could properly run power to all the accessories and have them fused. Anyone have any suggestions or opinions on doing this? I would like to keep everything under its own fuse to keep the setup simplicity, if you start running 5+ accessories off a single lead you are just asking for problems and diagnosis will be a nightmare...
Has anyone else done this before and is there a fusebox that you guys suggest on using?
Thanks
Dan_s_young
Here is my thinking, im going to have ALOT of accessories in my RX-7 that are going to be wired in.
Example:
redoing the power window wiring
CD player
New headlight wiring
LM-1
Greddy profec B spec II
microtech LT10s
5 autometer cobalt gauges
J and S knock sensor
Anyways im going to be relocating my battery into the passenger side bin. Im thinking it would be nice to have another fuse box in the bin, so I could properly run power to all the accessories and have them fused. Anyone have any suggestions or opinions on doing this? I would like to keep everything under its own fuse to keep the setup simplicity, if you start running 5+ accessories off a single lead you are just asking for problems and diagnosis will be a nightmare...
Has anyone else done this before and is there a fusebox that you guys suggest on using?
Thanks
Dan_s_young
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I have thought about the same thing myself. While you can get plenty of inexpensive little isolated power distribution blocks and fuse holders, the best bet would be to dish out a bit more cash and get something quality from painless performance. They do specialize in full wiring kits, but if you either have a good look on their website or give them a call Im sure they will have something ideal for you. I had a makeshift power distribution block for my stereo and alarm and accessories, but I could have been happier with it and in my opinion you dont want to mess around with anything electrical (I burnt my finger prety darn bad with an unfused wire once) If I were doing it again, Id either retrofit a fusebox from another vehicle in, or get something from painless.
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Originally Posted by Rx Seven
Why dont you use multiple FC fuse boxs there are 5 spaces on each.
I found a painless wiring aux fuse box for like 50 dollars, but it is only 4 spade. I dunno I am actually kinda considering running another fusebox like what we have under the dash. That what I will have multiple hook ups for accessories, and keep most of the fuses together so they can be checked easily.
Maybe I should request the fusebox from someone parting their car out...
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I run two AUX fuse boxes in my FC, and do so in all standalone installations. It's the only sane way to do things.
http://www.waytekwire.com has a good selection of quality Bussman fuse boxes. You can get them with ground planes as well.
Here's what I did:
http://www.waytekwire.com has a good selection of quality Bussman fuse boxes. You can get them with ground planes as well.
Here's what I did:
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Here is what I did:
Disregard the epoxy on the cover, I stepped on it.....
You can buy these online from Centech Electric
http://www.centechwire.com/catalog/index.html
its the FB-6 $12.95
http://www.centechwire.com/catalog/panels/fb4.shtml
Disregard the epoxy on the cover, I stepped on it.....
You can buy these online from Centech Electric
http://www.centechwire.com/catalog/index.html
its the FB-6 $12.95
http://www.centechwire.com/catalog/panels/fb4.shtml
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Originally Posted by John64
Sgt. not to step on your feet, but thats not too weather tight and to just use spade connectors is a no no. Solder them on and use heat shrink!
As for the spade connectors, a properly crimped connector is just as good as a solder joint. What do you think all the plugs in your car are?
And as far as water goes.... hardly any water gets up there, and even if it does it wont matter. I've sprayed a hose on it many times before.
If you wonder where I'm getting my info from, i am an electrical engineer....
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Whoa, that is hella nice! I think I may get me one of those. At 50 bucks its not a bad price!
I would use that in stead of all the inline fuses that I planned on using when I redo my Fuel pump, E-Fan, Headlights, etc etc.
I would use that in stead of all the inline fuses that I planned on using when I redo my Fuel pump, E-Fan, Headlights, etc etc.
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