Warren Posted January 21, 2007 Author Share Posted January 21, 2007 It's been brought to my attention and I've gotten a question that I think might be easily answered by this. The ZX fusible link box has basically 5 fusible link outputs. The question is how do you use 4 MAXIfuses for 5 circuits? The diagram and notes below should explain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pop N Wood Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 You put a 100 amp fuse on a circuit going through your ignition switch? What on earth for? The switch will go up in flames before the fuse ever blows. And why would anyone put a fuse in the main cable going to the starter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren Posted January 21, 2007 Author Share Posted January 21, 2007 Sorry about that...had them listed wrong in the diagram. It's fixed now. The starter lead isn't fused at all...it goes from the top part of the distribution block (on the side) directly to the starter...unfused, just like normal. Also, fuse sizes can vary depending on how your car is equipped. Sorry for the confusion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBK Posted January 21, 2007 Share Posted January 21, 2007 litlle blurry but htese came from wally world!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY77Z Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 hi guys, maybe you can help me out, i have a 302 ford in my 280z and running 130amp alternator, my fusible links are fried, should i fix them or go with something else?? thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mike Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 ^^^ I would switch to fuses or relays. I bought a complete new fused wiring harness because it was inexpensive. I haven't installed it yet though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daeron Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 hi guys, maybe you can help me out, i have a 302 ford in my 280z and running 130amp alternator, my fusible links are fried, should i fix them or go with something else??thanks Yah, as you might tell from my signature, I am not too fond of the fusible links... they caught fire and sidelined my Z since 2004.. so I have looked into this alot, and the conversion simply makes sense. After 30 years, all of our fusible link blocks have seen too much time and moisture to be reliable at this point, and these parts are alot less expensive and more reliable, and have GOT to be better for longevity, than OEM replacements. If you simply need new actual fusible links, you can buy fusible link wire from auto parts suppliers. Here in the states we just go to an auto parts store, the better ones carry the wire in stock. I dont know where in Kuwait you might find it, but you should be able to find it online somewhere... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HizAndHerz Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I did the maxi-fuse upgrade on a couple of our 280Z's, but they haven't done well without being in an enclosed box. Lots of corrosion around the fuse blades. I've also had the fuel relays go out a couple of times so I looked into getting a box to replace all the fuse links and the relays. What I liked the best were the power distribution boxes from Dodge Neons. They have 6 maxi-fuses, 6 generic relays and 7 mini fuses. It took an hour to ring it out. Couldn't be happier with the setup, even though the "bling factor" isn't there. I'll post pics if anyone cares to see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mike Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 ^^^ Yes... pics pleeZ... and a diagram maybe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daeron Posted February 27, 2007 Share Posted February 27, 2007 I did the maxi-fuse upgrade on a couple of our 280Z's, but they haven't done well without being in an enclosed box. Lots of corrosion around the fuse blades. I've also had the fuel relays go out a couple of times so I looked into getting a box to replace all the fuse links and the relays. What I liked the best were the power distribution boxes from Dodge Neons. They have 6 maxi-fuses, 6 generic relays and 7 mini fuses. It took an hour to ring it out. Couldn't be happier with the setup, even though the "bling factor" isn't there. I'll post pics if anyone cares to see. Yar, Photos are in order for this.. it might even be a better option that this for installing relays on needed circuits (starter control, headlights, radiator fan, and anything else you want to bypass stock wiring for... That bracket (complete with cover, not shown) came out of an early 90's BMW 3-series Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teekass Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Good site: http://atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/fusiblelinks/index.html'>http://atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/fusiblelinks/index.html http://atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesse Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 hey i am not inclined to wiring at all is there any way you could make this a little easier for me to understand like a step by step?? i have never really dealt with wiring at all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckolander Posted March 7, 2009 Share Posted March 7, 2009 I agree, if someone could do a full write up that would be awesome... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niku-Sama Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 i am in the write up crowd, i like things to be dumb for me to understand when it comes to fuses and electrical stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
attworth Posted March 13, 2009 Share Posted March 13, 2009 Good site: http://atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/fusiblelinks/index.html'>http://atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/fusiblelinks/index.html http://atlanticz.ca/zclub/techtips/ For all those wanting to see a write-up, go here, as posted by Teekass. If you have an S130, see the diagram that the OP posted showing which wires go where, or check your FSM. It's really not hard. Very similar to wiring a radio or sound system, minus the negative side of things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daeron Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 It's really not hard. Very similar to wiring a radio or sound system, minus the negative side of things. GROAN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckolander Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 A very good question was posted, what in the world do we do with 5 fusible links. I can't find a block that handles 5, only 4, getting frustrated here. Any suggestions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3ryce Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 I checked out the links, seems easy enough to do this upgrade. However I have a few questions. If I do not want to upgrade my alt yet what amp fuse should I go with? It seems to start at a 1975, I have a 73 240z, Does a 73 240z not have fuseable links? Thats probably a dumb question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beermanpete Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 The 73 has one fusible link at the starter solenoid to protect the car wiring. The alternator output is not separately protected by a fuse or fusible link. If you add a fuse to the alternator output use a fuse that is a bit bigger that the alternator's current rating. For a 60 amp alternator a 75 or 80 amp fuse is about right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3ryce Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Thanks beermanpete. Ill look for it, and see if I can figure out how to add a fuse for the alt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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