Aux Electrical Setup
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Aux Electrical Setup
Ok I know some of you guys have accessories wired up. Im looking at wiring in power for my cell phone charger, a hardwired power cable for my radar detector and possibly in the near future power for a GPS. Anyone have suggestions and ideas on wiring. Im thinking about mounting a terminal strip under the seat to use as a connection point for grounds and adding an auxillary fuse block off the battery to provide the positive side of the equation to power all accessories. The big question I have is what is a good way to tie this fuse block into the electrical system so that it is switched..ie: on with the key off with the key without adding additional amps to an existing circuit. Im guessing I need to connect a relay to an existing switched circuit to handle the on/off switching of the power direct from the battery. How would I go about this? Any pictures anyone has would be appreciated.
Edit: Ok I seemed to have a momentary lapse of my basic electrical knowledge and answered my own question on the relay (maybe I should stop staying up all night)...however pictures of any of your Aux power setups would still be appreciated. And the more I think about this the more questions that arise. How many amps can I pull before I start overworking the charging system and pulling power from the battery? This would be critical especially if i start adding higher amp accessories such as an electric vest, heated grips, and aux driving lights.
Edit: Ok I seemed to have a momentary lapse of my basic electrical knowledge and answered my own question on the relay (maybe I should stop staying up all night)...however pictures of any of your Aux power setups would still be appreciated. And the more I think about this the more questions that arise. How many amps can I pull before I start overworking the charging system and pulling power from the battery? This would be critical especially if i start adding higher amp accessories such as an electric vest, heated grips, and aux driving lights.
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RE: Aux Electrical Setup
Ok well no one seemed to have a bunch of answers for me, however, heres what I have come up with so far. The relay is wired, now I just need to source a few more parts. I need power connectors and a fuse block. If anyones interested I have pictures posted here: http://www.chaosonline.net/photos/th...s.php?album=11
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RE: Aux Electrical Setup
The main fuse to my aux. fuse block is now wired and the relay is actually switching on power and working correctly...tested with my multimeter. When I figure out where to source a fuse block I like I'll post some final pictures and a through write up of all parts steps and wiring diagrams to the DIY section. I need some good, waterproof plugs to use for my power connections. At minimum they have to be waterproof when not in use and water resistant when in use so I dont lose too many fuses from shorts or short out any expensive electronics. I'm also looking at a good way to add power to the inside of my tankbag without just running it through a zipper. I'm toying with the idea of installing a metal grommet which will give me a small hole in the bag and keep the material from fraying then mounting some sort of plug on the inside (perhaps a cigarette lighter socket). These are just some ideas at the moment. Im still looking for input from the rest of ya. I have looked at the powerlet connectors and while nice they seem a bit pricey, and I could get roughly the same results from mono stereo type plugs and sockets. Those would be ideal if it wasnt for the water resistance.
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RE: Aux Electrical Setup
Check this product out. I think it is exactly what you are looking to do. www.powerletproducts.com
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