Posted: Mon Apr 12, 2004 11:39 am
Okay, two "diagrams" (aka "scrawls") depending on whether the convertor has a trigger or not.
Maybe Macca or somebody could take a look and see if he thinks what I have done to maintain memory is okay - I am using one of the existing (low current) 12V continuous wires PLUS the convertor to supply the continous power to the stereo.
The result of this is:
- when the key is on ACC, you have heaps of power coming from your new 12V source - up to 20A.
- when the ignition is off, you still have some power available using the old 12V convertor that's in the car (mainly for the stereo memory). This was not enough to run the stereo but it might be enough to run the CB - you'll have to suck it and see. If not, turning the key to ACC gives you the juice.
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The FAT wires on the left represent existing wiring in the car.
The wires to the stereo should have fuses in them as part of the stereo's wiring loom, same deal with the CB. Power the CB from the same point as the yellow wire to the stereo.
The whole system, 12V and 24V, should have a common ground.
Guys, if I have fugged up let me know and I'll edit the pics; I'd hate to leave crap on the board for some future sucker to find.
Jason
Maybe Macca or somebody could take a look and see if he thinks what I have done to maintain memory is okay - I am using one of the existing (low current) 12V continuous wires PLUS the convertor to supply the continous power to the stereo.
The result of this is:
- when the key is on ACC, you have heaps of power coming from your new 12V source - up to 20A.
- when the ignition is off, you still have some power available using the old 12V convertor that's in the car (mainly for the stereo memory). This was not enough to run the stereo but it might be enough to run the CB - you'll have to suck it and see. If not, turning the key to ACC gives you the juice.
...
The FAT wires on the left represent existing wiring in the car.
The wires to the stereo should have fuses in them as part of the stereo's wiring loom, same deal with the CB. Power the CB from the same point as the yellow wire to the stereo.
The whole system, 12V and 24V, should have a common ground.
Guys, if I have fugged up let me know and I'll edit the pics; I'd hate to leave crap on the board for some future sucker to find.
Jason