fuse block conversion
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Heel & Toe
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From: South Bend IN
fuse block conversion
I really would like to make it easier to change fuses. Is there a replacement fuse block to convert from the original AGC glass fuses for the newer ATC type? Thanks.
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Heel & Toe
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From: South Bend IN
You're right about the $$. I was hoping for a direct replacement. I don't know what the first year was they started using ATC fuses. Could this be used? I might be able to pick this up at a salvage yard.
Can the original stock AGC fuse block be turned around and put on the engine compartment side of the firewall where someone could actually get at it without taking the dash out?
Can the original stock AGC fuse block be turned around and put on the engine compartment side of the firewall where someone could actually get at it without taking the dash out?
Last edited by Chevypwr; Sep 7, 2012 at 01:40 AM.
Le Mans Master
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I think you could put it there, would need to be waterproofed, I saw a thread on here where a member converted to a later year box but havent found it yet.
this member did it a bit different
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...box+conversion
this member did it a bit different
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c3-t...box+conversion
Last edited by oldalaskaman; Sep 7, 2012 at 01:49 AM.
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Heel & Toe
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From: South Bend IN
I found a 84 fuse block on ebay for $35. Am I looking at a major wiring headache?
I'll figure out how to keep it dry. I can make an enclosure if I get that far.
** I checked out the thread. He moved it behind the pass seat. That sounds like a major job. I was hoping for an easier solution.
I'll figure out how to keep it dry. I can make an enclosure if I get that far.
** I checked out the thread. He moved it behind the pass seat. That sounds like a major job. I was hoping for an easier solution.
Last edited by Chevypwr; Sep 7, 2012 at 02:15 AM.
Le Mans Master
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a lot depends on your skills, the biggest issue would be getting the wire bundle from the back of the current one , thru the fire wall and then correctly hooked up, time , a wire diagram, a test light, and patience
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How often do you need to change fuses??? And glass fuses are still readily available at car parts stores or Radio Shack. I don't understand why you would go to the expense and trouble of changing fuse block/wiring just to have "modern" fuses?
If you can't personally change them when you need to, ask a neighbor or take it to a garage.
If you can't personally change them when you need to, ask a neighbor or take it to a garage.
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Heel & Toe
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From: South Bend IN
Is there a 90 degree fuse puller available? I gutted the interior last year and haven't got the dash lights to work yet. I was thinking that maybe it was a fuse. I've tried to pry a fuse out with a screwdriver and broke the glass. Also my new stereo has a clock. I wanted to stick a wire between the hot side of a fuse and the clip for constant voltage. How do I get constant voltage that is not turned off with the ignition? I'm inexperienced with electrical stuff.
Burning Brakes
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Is there a 90 degree fuse puller available? I gutted the interior last year and haven't got the dash lights to work yet. I was thinking that maybe it was a fuse. I've tried to pry a fuse out with a screwdriver and broke the glass. Also my new stereo has a clock. I wanted to stick a wire between the hot side of a fuse and the clip for constant voltage. How do I get constant voltage that is not turned off with the ignition? I'm inexperienced with electrical stuff.
Or there may be a constant power post in you fuse box. Either way, have a fuse in the line.
Last edited by 74modified; Sep 7, 2012 at 09:24 PM.
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Heel & Toe
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Those taps look great and solve my problem.
I can see that there are no practical retro-fit fuse blocks available. Moving/changing the original is too big a headache and not necessary because fuses rarely blow. These taps let me expand the capacity in the block. Much better than jamming the wire between the fuse and clip. So simple I can't believe I didn't know about these.
Great input guys, Thanks
I can see that there are no practical retro-fit fuse blocks available. Moving/changing the original is too big a headache and not necessary because fuses rarely blow. These taps let me expand the capacity in the block. Much better than jamming the wire between the fuse and clip. So simple I can't believe I didn't know about these.Great input guys, Thanks