Fuseable link conversion
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Fuseable link conversion
I replace the fuseable link with a spade fuse box. I have done a search and really didn't find many answers to as what minimum size of fuse I can use on the main circuit. I saw where someone recommended a 60amp fuse, but I am having a hard time finding a 60amp fuse in the standard blade fuse. 30 amp is the biggest I have found in stock and they can get a 40 amp. Does anyone know what would be recommended for the main circuit and the two other aux. circuits?
Thanks,
Todd
Thanks,
Todd
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Standard blade fuses will NOT do for the main engine fuse block. Blade fuses are not designed to handle the kind of current draw required for some of the main ciruits in the car, and I'd wager the fuse block isn't either.
I would HIGHLY recommend a good tube-style fuse block, such as the type designed for high-powered audio equipment.
I bought a nice block from my local car-audio store with gold plated connectors and a pretty clear cover for about $50 Canadian.
I'll be installing it as soon as I get my car back from CP Racing....
I would HIGHLY recommend a good tube-style fuse block, such as the type designed for high-powered audio equipment.
I bought a nice block from my local car-audio store with gold plated connectors and a pretty clear cover for about $50 Canadian.
I'll be installing it as soon as I get my car back from CP Racing....
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Originally Posted by riza
I saw some brackets on ebay that supposedly make the conversion easier. This is te first I've hear dof this conversion. What are the benefits
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Originally Posted by cdrad51
Yup. I plan to do it when I get around it. In the meantime, my magic tool bag I carry in my car has 3 extra fusible links
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yah i guess you gotta hoard those things huh, and its just a stupid little wire. thanks to cdrad he got me out of a bind when i needed an extra. isnt there an easy way to make these little things?
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Use a 2nd gen fuse box
The 2nd gen fuse box installs real easy. I had to drill one hole. There are a few extra fuse locations also, so an e-fan and re-wired fuel pump could easily be added. The fuses are easy to get also.
I bet you can pick one up at a junk yard pretty cheap.
I bet you can pick one up at a junk yard pretty cheap.
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okay so what are the amperage values if I wanted to repalce the fusible links with something else???????
Anyone know for sure or have a reference?????????
Thanx
Anyone know for sure or have a reference?????????
Thanx
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Originally Posted by TurboIIGuy
okay so what are the amperage values if I wanted to repalce the fusible links with something else???????
Anyone know for sure or have a reference?????????
Thanx
Anyone know for sure or have a reference?????????
Thanx
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I have done the fc fuse block swap into a few fb's its pretty EAZY and by far a better setup. you can get that kinda fuse and just remove the stock fuseable links and replace with the newer fuse. they fit like a glove. I have even installed a fc fuse block as a extra fuseblock on my b so i can have all the extra spots to hook up my airhorns, extra power outlets, foglights and such
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Originally Posted by Pele
Link?
I can't help but to chime in here. You can find the bracket here:
http://www.mrcmfg.com/respeed
It uses two factory threaded holes and is made of aluminum sheet.
Todd, I hope you liked the product.
-billy
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Here you og! All the parts needed to do the conversion.
And the finished product! Had to cut a little of the factory mounting bracket, but it looks awesome.
I had a friend of mine at the local printshop make me a new screen label for the top showing all of the new values of the fuses and what they go to.
Here are your values:
EFan: 20amp
Headlights: 30amp
Main Fuse: 80amp I have an 80amp 2nd Gen Alternator
Retractors: 30amp
Computer: 30amp
Injectors: 40amp
One open one for expansion.
And the finished product! Had to cut a little of the factory mounting bracket, but it looks awesome.
I had a friend of mine at the local printshop make me a new screen label for the top showing all of the new values of the fuses and what they go to.
Here are your values:
EFan: 20amp
Headlights: 30amp
Main Fuse: 80amp I have an 80amp 2nd Gen Alternator
Retractors: 30amp
Computer: 30amp
Injectors: 40amp
One open one for expansion.