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Old Feb 23, 2012 | 06:37 AM
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Anyone know of a good fusebox/power block for the jeep? For all my motorcycles I buy these: http://http// easternbeaver.com/Main...fuseboxes.html. You get switched 12v power and a central place to "home run" all of your wiring too. I would like to do the same of the jeep so I can install rock lights, cb, windshield lights, and of course the infamous "Zombie Lights" (whatever the hell they are?)

Ideas anyone?

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Old Feb 23, 2012 | 08:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Imposter_LRF
I use this distribution block from painless:

http://www.quadratec.com/products/97015_07.htm

It is expensive, but has both "always hot" and key switch power. I use this for my CB, Front lights, rock lights, reverse lights, and someday for my light bar/windshield lights. I mounted it to the kick panel on drive side, up and out of the way. No one knows it is there unless you look for it and easy access to the grommet that goes to the engine department. If you'd like pics, I can take some

Pics would be awesome!! Thank you!
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Old Feb 23, 2012 | 01:41 PM
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Default Good Fuse Block Instal

check this writeup out. im hoping to do something similar.

https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/show...-Block-amp-Box
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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 12:48 AM
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So the always hot circuits still need relays?
Riptide - Unless you ar running something like a clock ( needs power even when the key is off ), it's best to turn OFF the power when the key is turned OFF.

Yeah I really wish they had some more info on this. I'll likely just end up with the one I linked to as I know it's what I'm looking for. I just want a nice compact setup that protects the stuff, and makes it as tidy as possible.
I'd be happy to try and answer some of your questions. I know that this stuff isn't easy. And I'm glad it isn't. Because then I wouldn't get paid good money to do it. I provided you with a link to some high quality stuff. The best thing about this equipment is that it is customizable to your needs. The bad part about this Eq is that you have to buy and build everything yourself. But if you want the best, then here it is. \/ \/ \/

http://www1.cooperbussmann.com/pdf/fdee239d-3e78-4df3-832f-fea4236a26bf.pdf
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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 11:18 AM
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The offer still stands.

Originally Posted by Riptide
(or maybe it's just me).
Just gotta know where to look.

http://www.painlessperformance.com/webcatalog/largeview.php?SearchField=70107
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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 11:42 AM
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The offer still stands.



Just gotta know where to look.

http://www.painlessperformance.com/w...rchField=70107
The thing I don't like about those instructions is they say to connect the trigger wire to the hot side of the fuse, which means the wire is not protected by the fuse.
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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 01:37 PM
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Originally Posted by flienlow
Anyone know of a good fusebox/power block for the jeep? For all my motorcycles I buy these: http://easternbeaver.com/Main/Produc...fuseboxes.html. You get switched 12v power and a central place to "home run" all of your wiring too. I would like to do the same of the jeep so I can install rock lights, cb, windshield lights, and of course the infamous "Zombie Lights" (whatever the hell they are?)

Ideas anyone?
Is it illegal to use M/C parts on a Jeep?

Thanks for the lead, I have been looking for something like this.
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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by ronjenx
The thing I don't like about those instructions is they say to connect the trigger wire to the hot side of the fuse, which means the wire is not protected by the fuse.
Interesting. I didn't actually read that file. But that is why I do not promote any of these devices.
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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 06:23 PM
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This is my setup on my Ram...

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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 06:47 PM
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Anyone have any aftermarket 6.5s installed. Debating on the Polk Dbs
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