Replacement Relay Socket Panel, Updated: Version 3 - Solid State Relays and Fuse Panel Replacement |
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Replacement Relay Socket Panel, Updated: Version 3 - Solid State Relays and Fuse Panel Replacement |
Evan0 |
Apr 30 2017, 10:12 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 44 Joined: 13-February 17 From: Southern California Member No.: 20,837 Region Association: Southern California |
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I've been rewiring my car for the last few weeks and part of that was replacing the factory fuse panel with one that uses modern fuse from JWest Engineering. I was unhappy with the existing relay sockets that I found. As a result of that, I designed and printed a monolithic fuse socket for all the relays, buzzer, and flasher unit. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/i.imgur.com-20837-1493568735.1.jpg) After mounting it to the fuse panel. The buzzer is a Hella H35394001. The horn, blower, and fog relays are Hella 933332051. The flasher unit is a Hella 009492101. The head light relay is a modern reproduction of the VW one. Still waiting on the flasher unit to ship. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/i.imgur.com-20837-1493568735.2.jpg) I'll be posting the STL files, Bill of Materials, and instructions after I've worked out a few kinks. I would love any feedback or suggestions on improvements. |
JeffBowlsby |
May 19 2017, 07:38 PM
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914 Wiring Harnesses Group: Members Posts: 8,490 Joined: 7-January 03 From: San Ramon CA Member No.: 104 Region Association: None |
I generally have concerns about the so-called 'upgraded' panels because many have proven to be problematic discovered only after a short amount of use. This set-up seems to have some positives.
The custom relay mounting base seems well done and using the new relays and fuses is commendable. Don't like the cheapo side mount fuseblocks because attaching the chassis harness wiring stresses the wiring- using the flag terminals may address the tight fit but that means that all the original terminals need replacement. PLEASE do not promote using those cheesy insulated terminals. Locate some solid brass double barrel terminals in the appropriate wire gauges as needed without the plastic insulator - because they are not a good long term solution. |
Evan0 |
May 19 2017, 11:43 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 44 Joined: 13-February 17 From: Southern California Member No.: 20,837 Region Association: Southern California |
I generally have concerns about the so-called 'upgraded' panels because many have proven to be problematic discovered only after a short amount of use. This set-up seems to have some positives. The custom relay mounting base seems well done and using the new relays and fuses is commendable. Don't like the cheapo side mount fuseblocks because attaching the chassis harness wiring stresses the wiring- using the flag terminals may address the tight fit but that means that all the original terminals need replacement. PLEASE do not promote using those cheesy insulated terminals. Locate some solid brass double barrel terminals in the appropriate wire gauges as needed without the plastic insulator - because they are not a good long term solution. Thanks for the advice regarding the terminals. I'll find the right flag terminals for final installation. Do you happen to know any of the troubles people have after replacing the panel? I would love to nip those in the bud before I run into them. Addressing the replacement of all the terminals, my harness was mutilated by one of the previous owners, and everything under the dash had to be rewired and re-terminated. I don't have the resources to removed the entire harness and try to replace it with one in better condition. This is complicated by the fact that my car has had a LS1 swap and the electrical wiring is a bit iffy on the documentation. This solution was designed primarily for my needs and definitely need further refinement before anyone else tries to use it. Suggestions and input like this is much appreciated. |
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