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Old Jun 23, 2008 | 10:06 AM
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12volt Battery source?

Where can I pull 12v off one of the batteries? Can I connect to the secondary fuse panel under the hood? I would prefer a connection on the driver's side if possible.

I tried to connect up my Accuvolt this weekend and blew the fuse. I figured the point where I connected must have been 24v since the fuse blew on the Accuvolt. The Accuvolt needs 12v to feed directly off a battery, as close to the battery as possible.
 
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Old Jun 23, 2008 | 11:43 AM
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Originally Posted by HeavyAssault
Where can I pull 12v off one of the batteries? Can I connect to the secondary fuse panel under the hood? I would prefer a connection on the driver's side if possible.

I tried to connect up my Accuvolt this weekend and blew the fuse. I figured the point where I connected must have been 24v since the fuse blew on the Accuvolt. The Accuvolt needs 12v to feed directly off a battery, as close to the battery as possible.
There shouldn't be any 24 volt on your truck. The two batteries are connected in parallel.
 
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Old Jun 23, 2008 | 07:23 PM
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remove the cover from the secondary fuse panel, next to the master cyl. on the rear of the box, towards the firewall there is a 6mm stud. It's 12 volt at all times and is a good sourse
 
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Cool I figured that would be a good spot..thanks.
 
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Old Jun 24, 2008 | 08:40 AM
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Glad to help, By the way, make sure to use an in line fuse or circuit breaker . good luck and enjoy.
 
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