fuse's

tg113907 · Full Member Joined: Aug 24, 2009 Posts: 12

I just finished wiring my bike, and im currently using the flat fuses. I was just wondering if it is better to use those or tube fuses. i didn't know if there was any advantages or disadvantages or if it even makes a difference. Just trying to see what other xs riders found to work the best. so just throw some input!

xsleo · Posted: August 30, 2009, 11:23 pm Post subject: Re: fuse's

I like the blade type fuses. When they are bad it's easy to see. The round glass fuses can look good but be bad.

1980xsRider · Posted: September 3, 2009, 11:03 pm Post subject: Re: fuse's

I did 4 individual blade fuses in individual sealed rubber cases. I believe xsleo or jayel gave me the idea. Removed the old fuse tray and glass tubes, cut the wires and installed inline blades. I used crimp connectors with heat shrink tubing because I am terrible at soldering although soldering was recommended. I liked the rubber casing since I think it can isolate some vibration, keep out dirt, and I can arrange the wires around the RLU. See picture...

IAmGrowler · Posted: September 4, 2009, 7:39 am Post subject: Re: fuse's

tg113907 wrote:

I just finished wiring my bike, and im currently using the flat fuses. I was just wondering if it is better to use those or tube fuses. i didn't know if there was any advantages or disadvantages or if it even makes a difference. Just trying to see what other xs riders found to work the best. so just throw some input!

I installed an ATO/ATC 4 way fuse block with a sealed cover behind the right side cover on my '79SF.

And then installed blade fuses with a small built in LED that lights up when a fuse blows -- I bought the fuses at NAPA.

Yamahopper · Posted: September 4, 2009, 11:05 am Post subject: Re: fuse's

IAmGrowler
You got pics of that? Sounds like a good idea!

1980xsRider
"RLU" That's the (Reverse Lights Unit), right?

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Yamahopper · Posted: September 4, 2009, 1:01 pm Post subject: Re: fuse's

understood, do you know of one that is set up that way?and is physically rather small, to tuck away somewhere inconspicuous.

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bluebikerblan · Posted: September 4, 2009, 4:32 pm Post subject: Re: fuse's

Yamahopper wrote:

"RLU" That's the (Reverse Lights Unit), right?

The RLU (the gray colored box) is the Reserve Lighting Unit you see under the wires on top of the battery tray in the picture.

xsleo · Posted: September 5, 2009, 2:19 am Post subject: Re: fuse's

The six fuse block I use isn't very big. I fed it with a 20 amp fuse from the main switch. It cost $8.59 at Advance Auto.
I have neatened up the wires since this pic.It does show it well, as to size and location.
The relay just above it is for the ignition, As Pamcopete suggested in his silent killer thread. The kill switch turns the relay off and on to turn the ignition off and on. Even with a weak kill switch I get full power to the ignition.

CaptDan · Full Member Joined: Aug 25, 2006 Posts: 20

Yamahopper wrote:

understood, do you know of one that is set up that way?and is physically rather small, to tuck away somewhere inconspicuous.

Perhaps something like this?

biquetoast.com/assorte...useBox.jpg

It is Part#: AF-CFB4; Desc: 4 Circuit ATO/ATC Fuse Block from WiringProducts.com.

(From biquetoast.com/stuff.html)

Also seen here...

smg.photobucket.com/al...rier01.jpg

IAmGrowler · Posted: September 5, 2009, 1:31 pm Post subject: Re: fuse's

Yamahopper wrote:

IAmGrowler
You got pics of that? Sounds like a good idea!

This is how mine is set up.

Yamahopper · Posted: September 5, 2009, 2:54 pm Post subject: Re: fuse's

sounds great ! I'll get on that next.

1980xsRider · Posted: September 5, 2009, 7:19 pm Post subject: Re: fuse's

Yamahopper,

RLU is Reserve Lighting Unit. Thus far i haven't had trouble with, however, many on this forum will say to bypass it with jumper leads.

LDO107 · Posted: September 5, 2009, 8:37 pm Post subject: Re: fuse's

CaptDan wrote:

Yamahopper wrote:

understood, do you know of one that is set up that way?and is physically rather small, to tuck away somewhere inconspicuous.

Perhaps something like this?

biquetoast.com/assorte...useBox.jpg

It is Part#: AF-CFB4; Desc: 4 Circuit ATO/ATC Fuse Block from WiringProducts.com.

(From biquetoast.com/stuff.html)

Also seen here...

smg.photobucket.com/al...rier01.jpg

Capt Dan,
where did you get that fuse block from?

EDIT: Nevermind. just read the dang post! Rolling Eyes

Yamahopper · Posted: September 6, 2009, 7:13 am Post subject: Re: fuse's

1980xsRider wrote:
RLU is Reserve Lighting Unit. Thus far i haven't had trouble with, however, many on this forum will say to bypass it with jumper leads.

I already have mine bypassed with a jumper per RetiredGentleman's instructions a while back.
...and I was only kidding about "Reverse"

CaptDan · Full Member Joined: Aug 25, 2006 Posts: 20

LDO107 wrote:

Capt Dan,
where did you get that fuse block from?
EDIT: Nevermind. just read the dang post! Rolling Eyes

LOL!
I realized I never gave links to actual retailers. Confused

These are what I found...

AF-CFB4
4 Circuit ATO/ATC Fuse Block
4 position ATO/ATC fuse block mounts easily to any surface. It's small size allows the fuse block to be mounted almost anywhere. Clear cover with a gasket protects your circuits from dust and water spray. Electrical connections are made using 1/4" female push-on terminals. Maximum load per fuse is 30 amps. Max load capacity for all circuits combined is 50 amps.
www.wiringproducts.com.../d136.html

Painless Wiring 4 Circuit Fuse Block with Terminals
P/N - 30002
Use on any vehicle where additional circuits are needed. Ideal for in-line wiring applications, such as trailer wiring or when adding vehicle accessories. Uses ATO blade type automotive fuses up to 30 amps.
www.painlessperformanc...ield=30002

Summit - Summit® Fuse Block
P/N SUM-900170
Fuse Block, 4-Circuit, 15 Amps per Circuit, ATO/ATC Style Fuses, Weather-Resistant.
www.summitracing.com/p...UM-900170/
(Note: Only good to 15 amps per circuit. May not handle a 20amp fuse?)

Yamahopper · Posted: September 6, 2009, 4:01 pm Post subject: Re: fuse's

Yeah, but you did give the part number. I googled that and found the first one there from wiringproducts.com. I ordered it this morning. Thanx again.

IAmGrowler · Posted: September 6, 2009, 7:09 pm Post subject: Re: fuse's

Yamahopper wrote:

Yeah, but you did give the part number. I googled that and found the first one there from wiringproducts.com. I ordered it this morning. Thanx again.

That's the same one I have.

Make sure you isolate the backside of the fuse block from the frame, either with a gasket as a previous poster showed, or with a few washers on the backside of the fuse block as I did -- The contacts on the underside of the fuse block are exposed and need to be isolated from the frame -- I used a couple of lock washers on each of the mounting posts to hold it about 1/4" proud of the frame.

Yamahopper · Posted: September 7, 2009, 6:03 am Post subject: Re: fuse's

easy enough, will do.

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