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DaveInDenver replied to the thread Help me not burn my truck down.The reason you don't usually see fuses on communication lines is they are not getting power directly from a source. There's a circuit... -
The primary concern. Its 16AWG connected to a 150A fuse. In fairness, Wire length, its physical placement, etc. is unknown. If that wire...
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DaveInDenver replied to the thread Help me not burn my truck down.Are you suggesting on capacity or lack of a fuse? For reference Victron says <1mA draw, 1A is the smallest ATC/ATO, just sayin'.
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DaveInDenver replied to the thread Help me not burn my truck down.There's nothing wrong with overkill but just know that fuse type selection is subject to some engineering discretion. The underlying...
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DaveInDenver replied to the thread Shop connected DC-to-DC charger connected to fuse box instead of positive battery terminal - is it safe?.Going straight to the battery post is fine. As you point out space is the limitation. As you build up more accessories you usually end...
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DaveInDenver replied to the thread Shop connected DC-to-DC charger connected to fuse box instead of positive battery terminal - is it safe?.FWIW, found the GM document showing how to install the factory Comeup winch...
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DaveInDenver replied to the thread Shop connected DC-to-DC charger connected to fuse box instead of positive battery terminal - is it safe?.The aux relay box @Verkstad mentions is this...
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DaveInDenver replied to the thread Shop connected DC-to-DC charger connected to fuse box instead of positive battery terminal - is it safe?.I found the 2023 Colorado upfitter guide. https://www.gmupfitter.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/23Colorado_Electrical_Body_Builder.pdf...
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DaveInDenver replied to the thread Shop connected DC-to-DC charger connected to fuse box instead of positive battery terminal - is it safe?.Everything you say @Verkstad is what I would assume as well. Not knowing GM products I just wasn't sure if all those circuits already...
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DaveInDenver reacted to Verkstad's post in the thread Shop connected DC-to-DC charger connected to fuse box instead of positive battery terminal - is it safe? with
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Essentially its a distribution bussbar connected directly to battery. That left end stud is where accessories may be connected. Its... -
DaveInDenver replied to the thread Shop connected DC-to-DC charger connected to fuse box instead of positive battery terminal - is it safe?.That looks like a factory power distribution box. It might help to know your vehicle in case someone else has the same one and can give...
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DaveInDenver replied to the thread Troubleshooting Renogy DC-DC charger. Is there anything else I can try?.Why do you think that is so? There are reasons why what you say is absolutely correct and, if true here, would help explain Martin's...
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DaveInDenver reacted to Martinjmpr's post in the thread Troubleshooting Renogy DC-DC charger. Is there anything else I can try? with Like.
OK folks (Especially Dave and Verkstad): THANK YOU! Problem has been identified (damaged wire on the negative battery cable.)...
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DaveInDenver replied to the thread Troubleshooting Renogy DC-DC charger. Is there anything else I can try?.Glad you figured it out. Nothing wrong with a fuse in the negative. Like I say some accessory harnesses come with them and it's an...
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DaveInDenver replied to the thread Troubleshooting Renogy DC-DC charger. Is there anything else I can try?.Yes! That's exactly the sort of thing you're looking for, it make sense. I'd guess the way and length of insulation that melted that...
