Access 12 volt power?
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Drifting
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Access 12 volt power?
I have an external 12 volt accessory that draws approx. 10 amps max via two small (+ fused) squeeze clips, Is there an easy/obvious location under the hood OR do I have to access the battery in the rear?
Safety Car
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There is an accessory power location available under a plastic cover attached at the rear of the front fuse box (between the fusebox and the firewall). Many people use a threaded stud just in front of the alternator for a ground.
Melting Slicks
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From: Thomas Texas
There is no fuse on that cable since its providing all the power to the fuse block. If you run an accessory off that, make sure you add a fuse to the wire.
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Drifting
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Thank you, sounds like what I am looking for, I'll check it out.
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Drifting
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Appreciate the warning, my + line is fused right off the clip. Lighter socket not an option since I am using clips which is why I need to go underhood or battery.
Last edited by tsts; Nov 10, 2015 at 06:49 AM.
