Install Question

[TwoStroke]

Hi all, I just got a new V1. I'm being a little lazy by asking these questions, but hope you don't mind. I'm trying to figure out the best way to wire the V1 to my fuse box. I don't want to use the tap-in.

I'm thinking I can just remove the plastic housing from the connector that goes into the tap-in, and plug that into an empty fuse socket. Does that sound right?

Also, I don't have a great place to ground it. I'm considering just finding a screw and hoping it winds up at the frame. What are the implications of a shoddy ground?

Thanks!

[Won Hunglo]

If doing it right is not a good option then use a fuse tap.

[TwoStroke]

If doing it right is not a good option then use a fuse tap.

I think I'm a moron. What's a fuse tap?

Is that the wire tap that comes with it?

Thanks for the help.

[Hessen]

What are the implications of a shoddy ground?
Thanks!

Not Good......

[cdenton]

Nothing for nothing, but it kinda' sounds like you might want to consider having your local stereo shop provide your power hook-up for you. It'll be cheap insurance!

[Won Hunglo]

A fuse tap connects to the fuse & provides a hot output. A good ground is a must!

[TwoStroke]

A fuse tap connects to the fuse & provides a hot output. A good ground is a must!

Cool, thanks. I not a complete moron, just 1/2 of one. I wouldnt be so apprehensive, but this is a new $50,000 car with a lot of electronics and I really don't want to screw anything up.

I originally tried to go into my headliner and tap into the sunroof, but that fell apart when microchips started raining down on me.

I'm going to get a fuse tap and go that route. I'll find a good ground. I might have to go deep, but I'll find one.

Thanks again!

[GTO_04]

It is usually easy to find a screw that connects to vehicle ground, especially under the dash. In my TA, I tapped into the OBD diagnostic connector, it had easy access and the installation worked great. In some cars the fuse box is a PITA to get to!

GTO_04

[Won Hunglo]

It is best to used a switched fuse that is hot with the key on. Use the "down stream" side of the fuse.

[TwoStroke]

Excellent, thanks for the advice. I'll give that a shot tomorrow.