I know this question was for TJ, but I'm using 10 Ga. for the power and 16
Ga. for the relay control.
James
In a message dated 7/1/2003 6:26:55 AM Eastern Standard Time, bernd@texas.net
writes:
> What size wires are you using on the ground and power for the fan?
>
> - Bernd
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net] On Behalf Of TJG
> Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2003 7:09 AM
> To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
> Subject: DML: Re: Viper Fan Blows Relays
>
>
>
> DC clamp on amp probe with min/max recording is what I used, fluke. All
> motors draw a large amount of current when they first start up. Im
> using a 100A fuse, one relay for each speed, a permacool control, and 3
> switches. one manual, one selects the speed, and one will either allow
> or not allow the compressor to turn on the fan. so far I have had 0
> problems with my setup, its been on for 3 months now.
>
> TJ
> dakota52318@toad.net
> 1992 Dodge Dakota 4X4
> Long Bed, 318, 46RH Auto
> DT Headers, Functional RamAir Hood
> K&N FIPK, Flowmaster Muffler
> Custom Throttle Body
> MP Computer
> Viper Electric Fan
> 15.74@87.59 b4 fan.
> 4350lbs
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Mallett, Donald B" <Donald.Mallett@BNSF.com>
> To: "'DML'" <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
> Sent: Monday, June 30, 2003 10:36 PM
> Subject: DML: Re: Viper Fan Blows Relays
>
>
> >
> >For more info on my last post about the MELT DOWN, The relay I got is
> >made by Tekonsha, model no. 7000-S. Its called a "Battery Switch
> >3-Terminal"
> Web
> >site is www.danatowinggroup.com. I haven't checked out the site yet
> >but
> hope
> >this thing works! WOW - How did you come up with start up amperage of
> >107amps? What are you using for fuse or circuit breaker?
> >
> >I find my temp will drop when sitting idle, like at a light. Mine is
> >wired up for just one speed, HI. Its controlled by a master over ride
> >switch on the dash, temp. probe on the radiator, A/C circuit and the
> >PCM.
> >
>
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