Re: ...still wiring....hot wire locations

From: Chuck Robbins (intense99dak@home.com)
Date: Fri Sep 28 2001 - 17:18:11 EDT


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>
> First question: Is it safe to tap into 'any' black wire in the console
area
> for a ground? This would save me the hassle of running more wire some
where
> else.
>

Careful Kevin. Just because a wire is black doesn't mean it's a ground. If
you don't have a multimeter, play it safe and run a ground wire to a "safe"
location.

> Last question...2 parts:
>
> (a): What are the advantages of using a power supply (to turn these
> circuits on and off) which requires that the ignition be turned on. I have
> noticed several remarks suggesting I do this as opposed to simply having
the
> ability to turn it on and off without the ignition in the on position.
>

There's no real advantage to wiring to an ignition source other than you
don't have to worry about the battery draining because you left the lights
on. If you're concious about when you tirn the lights on and/or you have an
indicator bulb for exterior lights, then you'll be all set.

> (b): where is the closest 'hot' wire(ignition on or off depending on how
> (a) was answered) I can use for my console mounted switch? Is anyone
> familiar with the wires located within the console and will any of these
> do?Again this switch is the one which activates the relay...which in turn
> provides the power to all 4 circuits.
>

Sorry. Can't help on this one.

> Note to Chuck: I plan on taking some pics before I put this all together.
> Once the job is complete I should have an accurate list of supplies,
wiring
> diagrams etc. I didn't want to jump the gun until I knew for sure I had
> everything hooked up perfect!

Cool ... Thanks! I can't wait to see it. Does this mean you won't be at
Lebanon tomorrow? ;-)

--
Chuck Robbins
'99 Dakota Sport
www.intense99dak.com



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