thehops
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Hey folks. So within the next week or two I'll be looking at tackling a bit of wiring for some lights of mine. Truth be told, automotive electrical is something I'm not overly comfortable with, so here I am. Feel free to talk to me like a first grader.
My vehicle is a 2010 Nissan Titan. Here is what I am going to be working with:
-x1 40 inch DPDT amber/white bar
-x1 20 inch DPDT amber/white bar
-x2 3 inch DPDT amber/white pods (I would like these on the same switch)
-x3 10 inch SPST white bars
I would like everything to be wired as cleanly as possible. I am looking at a Blue Sea 12 circuit fuse block (to allow room for expansion), and possibly a circuit breaker if recommended. I have harnesses for each circuit (3 DPDT with relays/switch/leads, and 3 SPST).
Some of my questions:
-All of the harnesses have inline fuses and relays. Is it redundant to utilize a fuse block? Should I connect straight to the battery and organize my relays within the engine bay instead?
-What is the best method to keep this jumble of harnesses manageable?
-The harnesses have a built-in switch. Can I cut these off in order to wire in switches of my own choosing?
-Considering my 40 inch bar is 240W / 20A, is there a maximum safe length of wire I can run to the battery? The factory wiring looks to be 12AWG.
-On the DPDT lights, there are two sets of power/ground leads, one of which I'm assuming is for the switch. Is there a go-to place within the cab to connect these to?
Again I am fairly new to messing with the vehicle electrical system, so even the most basic of advice is appreciated. Thanks all!
My vehicle is a 2010 Nissan Titan. Here is what I am going to be working with:
-x1 40 inch DPDT amber/white bar
-x1 20 inch DPDT amber/white bar
-x2 3 inch DPDT amber/white pods (I would like these on the same switch)
-x3 10 inch SPST white bars
I would like everything to be wired as cleanly as possible. I am looking at a Blue Sea 12 circuit fuse block (to allow room for expansion), and possibly a circuit breaker if recommended. I have harnesses for each circuit (3 DPDT with relays/switch/leads, and 3 SPST).
Some of my questions:
-All of the harnesses have inline fuses and relays. Is it redundant to utilize a fuse block? Should I connect straight to the battery and organize my relays within the engine bay instead?
-What is the best method to keep this jumble of harnesses manageable?
-The harnesses have a built-in switch. Can I cut these off in order to wire in switches of my own choosing?
-Considering my 40 inch bar is 240W / 20A, is there a maximum safe length of wire I can run to the battery? The factory wiring looks to be 12AWG.
-On the DPDT lights, there are two sets of power/ground leads, one of which I'm assuming is for the switch. Is there a go-to place within the cab to connect these to?
Again I am fairly new to messing with the vehicle electrical system, so even the most basic of advice is appreciated. Thanks all!