Re: Direct wire kit help :(
An "Add a circuit" (available at most all automotive stores) will probably be your easiest option if you don't have a DMM, Haynes manual or the inclination to test wire after wire in order to find one with the 12v characteristics you are looking for.
But then again "Add a circuit" kits are the same "Easy Installation" principle. So it may not be up your alley.
Allez is entirely correct. Not everyone has the same technical ability. Especially Honda owners ( ;) j/k). So the OP may still want to seek out some professional assistance if he is not comfy with probing wires on his shiny new car.
Re: Direct wire kit help :(
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Originally Posted by Allez
I would hope that asking a simple question would not result in someone talking down to me.
It wasn't meant as a full-on insult, hence the smiley face at the end. ;)
Even if you don't know squat about cars... wouldn't your first course of action be to check the manual if you can't figure it out? Logic is the first thing you need when dealing with electronics. If an individual truly doesn't know to check the manual before dealing with fuses, then said individual really should take the job to a professional.
Otherwise, it was a joking remark about properly doing your research before starting work. :)
Re: Direct wire kit help :(
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Originally Posted by
ZPrime
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Originally Posted by Allez
I would hope that asking a simple question would not result in someone talking down to me.
It wasn't meant as a full-on insult, hence the smiley face at the end. ;)
Even if you don't know squat about cars... wouldn't your first course of action be to check the manual if you can't figure it out? Logic is the first thing you need when dealing with electronics. If an individual truly doesn't know to check the manual before dealing with fuses, then said individual really should take the job to a professional.
Otherwise, it was a joking remark about properly doing your research before starting work. :)
My bad - glad it wasn't meant as an insult.
Re: Direct wire kit help :(
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focalcivic
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thats what i used, a "add a circuit" fuse wire. all u do is connect or match the red and red wires, crimp it, and plug it into your accessories slot on the fuse box, then ground the black wire. thats it. 15mins work. very easy.
Re: Direct wire kit help :(
Yeah I have to say that installing the directwire using a fuse tap is pretty darn easy regardless of your electrical experience.
Just find an key on power source (check your owners manual for a diagram of your fusebox and what is what) make sure it has the correct amperage (my add-a-fuse kit allowed up to 10A) and just tie it in. I used my rear wiper and it works great.
When I got my 9500ix in June I never even used it with the cigarette adapter - I just hard wired it immediately. Took about 25-30 minutes due to me figuring out which source to use and running the cable (it would probably take me 5-10 now) and I was done.
Once I saw how easy it was to add-a-fuse I also purchased a 12v cig power adapter and a 12V to usb adapter and made a 'hardwire' for my iPhone in my vehicle. None of my factory power sources are taken now and when I use the iPhone for Nav or Trapster it remains charged!
