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Old Jan 22, 2021 | 05:25 PM
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Fuse box replacement

I was doing some work on my truck today when I realized that one of the slots on my dash fuse box was completely melted out. I assume the previous owner put a fuse in there that was rated higher than what he should have. I can remember the number but it is the top left slot. I noticed that it is affecting my wiper fuse as well, as my wipers usually do not work properly but if I push on the fuse, which is directly below the melted slot, the wipers and spray work perfectly.

I have a spare truck I can pull parts from, I'm wondering what it takes to replace the entire fuse panel.
 
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Old Jan 22, 2021 | 05:46 PM
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not an easy task as it is part of the wire harness and the wires do not just unplug from the box.

I would suggest an AUX fuse box for the Failed circuits as that would be easier
 
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Old Jan 23, 2021 | 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by lonewolf_
not an easy task as it is part of the wire harness and the wires do not just unplug from the box.

I would suggest an AUX fuse box for the Failed circuits as that would be easier
This^^^^^

Swapping the whole box is a CHORE, having to solder and shrink every wire. It's most likely the blower motor fuse that melted.

I would pull the wires out the back, do an inline fuse, and add a relay for the blower motor in the engine bay where the stock wires just trip the relay. The speed is off the ground side so it'll all still work.
 
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Old Feb 3, 2021 | 02:46 PM
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Thanks for the respones, I figured out the answer to my question pretty quickly after asking. Not gonna go through all that hassle. I think the PO mustve already installed an inline fuse as I have no issues with the blower motor.
 
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Old Feb 3, 2021 | 04:01 PM
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Originally Posted by jacobknowles123
Thanks for the respones, I figured out the answer to my question pretty quickly after asking. Not gonna go through all that hassle. I think the PO mustve already installed an inline fuse as I have no issues with the blower motor.
You're Quite Welcome.
IF you don't know for sure that the PO added a new fuse, I would suggest you inspect what was done and make sure a fuse was added (better to have blown fuse than a fried harness)

I've know too many folks that just short cut things and sooner or later it will bite someone.
 
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