wtk about wire setup

kevinsonny · Ricer Joined: 10 Jul 2008 Tech posts: 21 My 2NRide:

hey guys i have a distribution block hooked up for two amp rite, i want to know if i still need the fuse holder that people does put by the battery?

madman.devin · Posted: Wed Jun 17, 2009 7:51 pm Post subject:

yea U still need one under 18 " from the battery !! lol

theblitz · Posted: Thu Jun 18, 2009 6:47 pm Post subject:

yes you still are strongly advised to use a fuse capable of passing the max current of everything powered off that cable w/o going much over. This fuse is a safety measure against the event that a short circuit occurs. Many vehicular fires are caused by improper electrical wiring and fusing.

And know the capabilities of your cables... do not attempt to do something like use a 200A fuse on a 4AWG line Neutral

kevinsonny · Ricer Joined: 10 Jul 2008 Tech posts: 21 My 2NRide:

what about if i wanna run a next battery in the back? do i still need the fuse and if yes what current rating?

theblitz · Posted: Tue Jun 23, 2009 6:43 pm Post subject:

you need a fuse near each battery on the +ve wire.

kevinsonny · Ricer Joined: 10 Jul 2008 Tech posts: 21 My 2NRide:

ok thanks guys