chadler Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 I'm after a reliable solution for the accessory wiring on my 90, currently I have one of these http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=170743050618 fitted and it isn't very good, the fuses wobble and make poor contact and it just generally isn't the quality I'd hoped for. It seems to be hard to find a single input fused 12v distribution supply box anywhere, can you help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 I have two similar to yours and don't have the problems you describe, I don't know if you have a duff one? Jason. By jasong4110 at 2012-05-06 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverik Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 I've got one and had the same issue as you (loose fuses) - I whipped the back off the fuse panel took the fuse grippy things out and just nipped them up a bit, its been fine since. Such sloppy wireing Jason, I would have expected better from you Mav Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave W Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 I'm building an auxiliary system using one of these... http://www.vehicle-wiring-products.eu/VWP-onlinestore/relays/sockets.php#box (Modular fuse and relay housing system). I'm using the 5 slot version. The maxi fuse module has a single 8mm bolt input that is connected to one end of each of the 6 fuse positions. I'm using one Maxi Fuse module as the first distribution step and then splitting the feed from three of the maxi fuses into a 20 way mini fuse module with the other 3 maxi fuses being available to feed the ARB compressor, fridge and a couple of 12v DIN sockets. I'm using a 6 way micro relay module and a normal/maxi relay module with the maxi relay being used for the ARB compressor. The micro relays are being used for lights and anything else I think of. I've yet to decide what the remaining slot will be used for, I'm considering another Maxi Fuse module with a feed from the main battery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 I've got one and had the same issue as you (loose fuses) - I whipped the back off the fuse panel took the fuse grippy things out and just nipped them up a bit, its been fine since. Such sloppy wireing Jason, I would have expected better from you Mav Sorry Mav, I was rushed!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fozsug Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 The ones like Jason has are the Ripca ones with stainless contacts, the others on Ebay are cheep copies and are always going wrong. Get the proper Ripca ones from http://www.ripcamarine.com/Fuse-box-with-2-circuits-each-6-blade-fuses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chadler Posted May 31, 2012 Author Share Posted May 31, 2012 Mine wasn't actually bought from that eBay link, it came from polevolt who are pretty reputable generally, although I suppose it's possible that I got a duff one. I'll try taking the back off and tightening things up. It does surprise me how few options there are for this considering how it must be a common accessory for anyone building a camper or expedition vehicle or for commercial vehicle conversions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chadler Posted May 31, 2012 Author Share Posted May 31, 2012 This is the actual one I have, any idea if this is the 'good' type? http://www.polevolt.co.uk/acatalog/info_5026B.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edlen Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 Yes. I have one fitted to my defender. Easy to fuse and wire up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 I'm after one but I would much prefer Lucar connectors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chadler Posted May 31, 2012 Author Share Posted May 31, 2012 I'm after one but I would much prefer Lucar connectors. Agreed, I would also prefer not to have the annoying little screw connectors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vulcan bomber Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 I'm after one but I would much prefer Lucar connectors. I've never seen 1 with spades on.. I have 2 of these fuse boxes on my 110 and the screw connectors arnt a problem.. After all you shouldnt need to remove the wires once its wired up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fozsug Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 This is the actual one I have, any idea if this is the 'good' type? http://www.polevolt....info_5026B.html Sorry difficult to tell, put a magnet on the connectors and terminals they should not attract as they should be stainless steel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fozsug Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 Agreed, I would also prefer not to have the annoying little screw connectors. If you use 'horseshoe' terminal ends on your wires then you only have to loosen the screw of half a turn and slide the connector under, then tighten up again...simples Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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