Not entirely OT, does anyone know of a bus bar, or terminal strip that can be used for accessories? I'd like a 3-4 terminal bar that I could put under the hood or dash to keep things tidy for light wiring etc.

 

It'd be nice to have one rated for high power so that I could run a direct line to the battery and then go from there to Hellas etc

Not entirely OT, does anyone know of a bus bar, or terminal strip that can be used for accessories? I'd like a 3-4 terminal bar that I could put under the hood or dash to keep things tidy for light wiring etc.

 

It'd be nice to have one rated for high power so that I could run a direct line to the battery and then go from there to Hellas etc

 

Have you given a car stereo shop a try? They would most likely have a power distribution block that would clamp around your positive battery terminal, and would have multiple output ports on it. They are usually gold plated. You can probably get one on the cheap from eBay as well. I hope this helps.

 

- Patrick

Edited March 18, 200917 yr by 4WDFrenzy
edited wording

Here you go!:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Parts-Accessories_Car-Audio-Electronics__NEW-GOLD-POWER-DISTRIBUTION-BLOCK-FOR-CAR-AUDIO-AMPS_W0QQitemZ230326318777QQddnZPartsQ20Q26Q20AccessoriesQQadiZ2812QQddiZ2811QQadnZCarQ20AudioQ20Q26Q20ElectronicsQQcmdZViewItemQQptZCar_Electronics_Installation?hash=item230326318777&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A1171%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

 

and this one too:http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Parts-Accessories_Car-Audio-Electronics__NEW-0-GAUGE-INPUT-4-GAUGE-OUT-POWER-DISTRIBUTION-BLOCK_W0QQitemZ330308734235QQddnZPartsQ20Q26Q20AccessoriesQQadiZ2812QQddiZ2811QQadnZCarQ20AudioQ20Q26Q20ElectronicsQQcmdZViewItemQQptZCar_Electronics_Installation?hash=item330308734235&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A1171%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

 

- Patrick

Thank you, (shows how much stereo stuff I do) I didn't even think of that.

It's cool and you're very welcome. I have a background in car stereo installation and when I read your post, that was the first thing that came to mind. Take care and may GOD Bless You. God luck with your project and Happy Motoring!

 

-Patrick

http://www.painlessperformance.com/webcatalog/largeview.php?SearchField=70103&SearchAll=4x4%20OffRoad

 

these work well, i have a couple of them. paid $11 each

 

http://www.painlessperformance.com/webcatalog/largeview.php?SearchField=70103&SearchAll=4x4%20OffRoad

 

CirKit Boss auxiliary blocks come with inline circuit breaker, relay, wires and are available in a range of amperages. much more $ though, like $50

NAPA Part# 7825316

 

http://www.napaonline.com/NOLPPSE/(S(frpfhg55urercf554ineir55))/Detail.aspx?R=BK_7825316_0229622982

 

I used one in my Toyota for wiring lights and accessories. Cheap and local.

Great info with links.

I'm not there yet, but will be re-visiting this when the time comes.

yes, these are all great tips

 

do a quick search on Ebay for 'ATC/ATO 4-way Standard, Side Terminal Fuse Block' too