Adding another fuse block? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

lyrikz · 03-17-2009, 07:08 PM

I did a search and didnt have much luck. Im running my stock fuseblock right now and its in great shape. . I have to add probably an additional 10 power wires that need to be switched ignition fused wires.
2 compressors
4 guages
kickdown switch
electric choke.

I want to add a fuseblock. just a simple setup with 5 or 6 fuses in it. I can run a relay to switched power to it and then i can power all of my additional stuff. You guys know of anywhere that sells something like this??

lyrikz · 03-17-2009, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by lyrikz

I did a search and didnt have much luck. Im running my stock fuseblock right now and its in great shape. . I have to add probably an additional 10 power wires that need to be switched ignition fused wires.
2 compressors
4 guages
kickdown switch
electric choke.

I want to add a fuseblock. just a simple setup with 5 or 6 fuses in it. I can run a relay to switched power to it and then i can power all of my additional stuff. You guys know of anywhere that sells something like this??

I found something like this, and this should work fine... Looks a little cheap thoug and its only 10 buck.

http://www.wiringproducts.com/conten...d=39869.105556

lyrikz · 03-17-2009, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by lyrikz

I found something like this, and this should work fine... Looks a little cheap thoug and its only 10 buck.

http://www.wiringproducts.com/conten...d=39869.105556

Welp, found something better.
http://www.painlessperformance.com/w...assic%20Trucks

Anyone use this? Seems about 80 bucks ish.. This should work right? Ever since i found this site i feel like i need at least one other person to have used something im buying before i buy it. LOL.....

texanidiot25 · 03-17-2009, 07:30 PM

I have a maxi-fuse block off some late model GM truck, bolts straight to the battery + terminal. I'm sure you can order one through GM, tell me if you need the part #

Sinister · 03-17-2009, 07:55 PM

Try Summit or Jegs. I got one that added 4 fuses for $20, they have a ton of different sizes.

**mr48chev** · 03-17-2009, 09:35 PM

Napa sells several different ones and most of the wiring kit outfits sell add on fuse blocks.
This one at Napa isn't cheap but has plenty of circuits and you should be able to get it overnight at most Napa stores if they don't stock it.. http://www.napaonline.com/MasterPage...ion=Fuse+Block

lyrikz · 03-19-2009, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by mr48chev

Napa sells several different ones and most of the wiring kit outfits sell add on fuse blocks.
This one at Napa isn't cheap but has plenty of circuits and you should be able to get it overnight at most Napa stores if they don't stock it.. http://www.napaonline.com/MasterPage...ion=Fuse+Block

That price is better then the other one. Other one was 89 bucks...

Andy4639 · 03-20-2009, 07:42 AM

I found a small fuse block at O riley's. It holds 8 newer type fuses and it screws into the fire wall. I'm going to use it for the lighter stuff such as radio amp stuff. It was $8.00

Andy4639 · 03-21-2009, 10:43 AM

Here is a picture for it. Was like $8.00 for it. I'm going to putt all the switched ignition stuff on it.

lyrikz · 03-21-2009, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

Here is a picture for it. Was like $8.00 for it. I'm going to putt all the switched ignition stuff on it.

Cool. What im actually looking for is an additional fuse block. Something that wont have power when the key is off. Its switched power. Basically just one wire runs from the new fuse box to the old one at a switched ignition power source, then i run all my other stuff through the new box. I found this part and it will work perfect, except its kinda spendy... This will allow me to add all my compressors, amps, other wires that are new... Just wish there was one that wasnt 90 bucks that did this. ahaha I guess you pay for the painless name...?

Number98 · 03-21-2009, 11:01 AM

I seen a while back where M&H would put together a new fuse box with any add-ons that you wanted for our trucks... I don't remember where I read it though, might be worth looking into.

Andy4639 · 03-21-2009, 11:02 AM

The one I posted will run off the switched source also. Connect it to the new one with a heavy gauge wire to it and then run your other stuff off it. You could even run one over to the passenger side of the cab floor and have the rest hooked up there.

Sinister · 03-21-2009, 11:56 AM

If your going to run that many fuses I'd run it off a relay and have switched power turn it on.

lyrikz · 03-21-2009, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Sinister

If your going to run that many fuses I'd run it off a relay and have switched power turn it on.

Ya, it would work, just need to put a relay from the fuse block to the new one.... hmm... Now ya got me thinking. ahaha

**clay68c10** · 03-21-2009, 04:02 PM

I used the Painless one you showed above for my EFI stuff, it works fine.

pmpski_1 · 03-21-2009, 04:59 PM

Great thread. I need to do this too eventually.

gator2511 · 03-21-2009, 08:25 PM

I added a 6 circuit ato fuse panel to my existing panel. I also added a switch panel fed from the new fuse panel to switch each circuit on when needed. It works and costs $18.00. check it out at www.wire1hotrod.com Part # is 100-AG6. Been using it for three years with no problems. This particular fuse block has a common ground pad you can run the ground side of your circuits to. Finding a convenient ground isn't always that easy and this block is really handy.

03-17-2009, 07:08 PM	#1
lyrikz PITbut Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: monroe washington Posts: 3,052	Adding another fuse block? I did a search and didnt have much luck. Im running my stock fuseblock right now and its in great shape. . I have to add probably an additional 10 power wires that need to be switched ignition fused wires. 2 compressors 4 guages kickdown switch electric choke. I want to add a fuseblock. just a simple setup with 5 or 6 fuses in it. I can run a relay to switched power to it and then i can power all of my additional stuff. You guys know of anywhere that sells something like this??

03-17-2009, 07:30 PM	#4
texanidiot25 Eat My Rust Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 3,362	Re: Adding another fuse block? I have a maxi-fuse block off some late model GM truck, bolts straight to the battery + terminal. I'm sure you can order one through GM, tell me if you need the part #

03-17-2009, 07:55 PM	#5
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: Adding another fuse block? Try Summit or Jegs. I got one that added 4 fuses for $20, they have a ton of different sizes. __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

03-17-2009, 09:35 PM	#6
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,705	Re: Adding another fuse block? Napa sells several different ones and most of the wiring kit outfits sell add on fuse blocks. This one at Napa isn't cheap but has plenty of circuits and you should be able to get it overnight at most Napa stores if they don't stock it.. http://www.napaonline.com/MasterPage...ion=Fuse+Block

03-20-2009, 07:42 AM	#8
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Adding another fuse block? I found a small fuse block at O riley's. It holds 8 newer type fuses and it screws into the fire wall. I'm going to use it for the lighter stuff such as radio amp stuff. It was $8.00 __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. Last edited by Andy4639; 03-21-2009 at 10:42 AM.

03-21-2009, 10:43 AM	#9
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Adding another fuse block? Here is a picture for it. Was like $8.00 for it. I'm going to putt all the switched ignition stuff on it. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

03-21-2009, 11:01 AM	#11
Number98 Prestige Worldwide Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Worldwide Posts: 2,552	Re: Adding another fuse block? I seen a while back where M&H would put together a new fuse box with any add-ons that you wanted for our trucks... I don't remember where I read it though, might be worth looking into.

03-21-2009, 11:02 AM	#12
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Adding another fuse block? The one I posted will run off the switched source also. Connect it to the new one with a heavy gauge wire to it and then run your other stuff off it. You could even run one over to the passenger side of the cab floor and have the rest hooked up there. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. Last edited by Andy4639; 03-21-2009 at 11:02 AM.

03-21-2009, 11:56 AM	#13
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: Adding another fuse block? If your going to run that many fuses I'd run it off a relay and have switched power turn it on. __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

03-21-2009, 04:02 PM	#15
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,990	Re: Adding another fuse block? I used the Painless one you showed above for my EFI stuff, it works fine. __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ

03-21-2009, 04:59 PM	#16
pmpski_1 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Seattle WA Posts: 505	Re: Adding another fuse block? Great thread. I need to do this too eventually. __________________ Curry in a Hurry: SB rebuild for my 71 C20

03-21-2009, 08:25 PM	#17
gator2511 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: tampa florida Posts: 776	Re: Adding another fuse block? I added a 6 circuit ato fuse panel to my existing panel. I also added a switch panel fed from the new fuse panel to switch each circuit on when needed. It works and costs $18.00. check it out at www.wire1hotrod.com Part # is 100-AG6. Been using it for three years with no problems. This particular fuse block has a common ground pad you can run the ground side of your circuits to. Finding a convenient ground isn't always that easy and this block is really handy. Last edited by gator2511; 03-21-2009 at 08:35 PM. Reason: more information

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