fuse switch

Ohsirr · 07-23-2010, 01:33 PM

I was looking through the Toad Forum the other day and saw someone talking about not having to pull the fuse on their toad. Can someone post the link again or post some more information on the subject.

PORCHDOG · 07-23-2010, 05:23 PM

www.rv-partsplus.com has the part for sale

Sammie · 07-23-2010, 05:40 PM

Here is another fuse switch.

Quadratec Exclusive JW-DLB - TJ Dome Light Switch for 97-06 Jeep® Wrangler TJ & Unlimited - Quadratec

Sammie

PORCHDOG · 07-23-2010, 07:33 PM

Before doing anything consider this: The reason for this switch is to break the 30A Ignition circuit. The wiring, switch and fuseholder must be rated for 30A. And, there MUST be a 30A fuse in the circuit. On my '07 Outlook, the fuse has female connectors.

**Gary RVRoamer** · 07-23-2010, 08:48 PM

I made a fuse switch for my Acadia (female 50A fusejust like the Outlook). The terminals on the fuse panel will accept standard female spade connectors, so connecting a wire is easy. Wired a 50A fuse and 50A rated toggle switch to the fuse slot, using 10 gauge automotive primary wire, which is sufficient to carry the current. All the parts came from NAPA and cost about $12 as I recall.

paz · 07-24-2010, 04:00 PM

If installing a switch and in-line fuse, make sure the switch, wire, fuse holder and fuse are all rated to carry the appropriate current as indicated by the original fuse. Also make sure the in-line fuse holder is on the HOT side of the original fuse. Otherwise, the wire and switch won't be protected when the switch is off.

Clifftall · 07-24-2010, 04:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PORCHDOG

www.rv-partsplus.com has the part for sale

I use this one and it works great.

Cliff

BCook57 · 07-27-2010, 08:12 AM

I just called the RV Parts Plus folks to inquire about their switch. Won't work on my '08 GMC Acadia. In fact, Mr. Lowe stated that they will not manufacture a switch for the Acadia-Enclave-Outlook, because it isn't safe to switch that particular car. He tows an Outlook, and pulls the fuse. So, I think I'll just keep doing the somewhat inconvenient step of opening the hood, etc.

PORCHDOG · 07-27-2010, 01:46 PM

Was there any reason given for not switching the Outlook? Why wouldn't it be safe? Just aking!

BCook57 · 07-28-2010, 07:24 AM

Bear with me, since I'm not at all technically savvy, but I believe he said it is because of the problems of getting a good connection at the fuse block, routing the wires through the firewall, and general installation issues. He also mentioned that because it is a 50 amp circuit, the risk of fire due to a failure of the switch installation was too great for them to want to put out a commercial product.

You might give him a call; he picked up the phone when I dialed their toll-free number.

PORCHDOG · 07-28-2010, 08:48 AM

I can see why they would be reluctant to undertake such a project however they do it for other models. It can be done and installed safely if the correct components are used and the installation is done properly. I guess they are just pulling a "CYA". For this same reason, Saturn did not design in a stock disconnect switch. The clips are the same as the factory fuse, so a good connection should not be a problem. Wire and switch capacity is available and routing is addressed every day. If I wasn't so lazy I would tackle it myself.

BCook57 · 07-29-2010, 06:10 AM

I agree it may strictly be a liability issue. I can't "tackle it myself" because I just don't have any of the needed skills or knowledge. That's the bad news; the good news is that I know it is beyond my ability! In the early days of VCRs, I broke a TV just trying to hook one up.