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Old 06-30-2005, 08:31 AM
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im looking to hook up a relay switch and I need to tap into a constant power source. Does anyone know where oneunder the drivers side dash???
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Default get a drill and a drill bit... use a large screw

drill a hole into the side of your battery and stick the screw into it... wrap your wire ruond the screw.

or try the 75x terminal under the knee bolster.
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Default Use a voltmeter and tap into the fuse panel

I tapped into one fuse to give me power for the constant memory on my CB radio. Unfortunately, off the top of my head I can't remember which one it was.
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Default I just drilled a hole in my battery and all the fluid is coming out the side......

lol....not really but I thought that was funny. thanks I'll give #75 a try
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75x is switched power
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Re: 75x is switched power. Just used it for light on my goost guage
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Default that's where mine is tapped for boost gauge light... but...

if you want to get fancy tap it so it goes on when the headlights go on
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I need a source that delivers power 24-7 even when car is not on
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should the screw be insulated?
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Lighter power source maybe?
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