wiring accessories

[Chuck Marsh]

Check here for the test report I referenced. http://home.usadatanet.net/~jbplock/ISO5011/SPICER.htm [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[Jeff Saline]

Keith, May I suggest you consider using a relay and wiring for power in such a way as has been discussed (last week or less I think) on this list. That will eliminate the issue of remembering to turn off an accessory as when you turn the ignition off the relay will also be off. If you tap into the electrical system like you are suggesting I think eventually, and possibly immediately, you'll have problems. Heated clothing and driving lights will draw more current through the ignition switch contacts than I think they were designed to handle. You'll probably experience a voltage drop as the least of the problems it'll cause. Melting the switch contacts will be even worse. Best, Jeff Saline ABC # 4412 South Dakota Airmarshal Airheads Beemer Club www.airheads.org The Beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota 75 R90/6, 03 KLR650, 79 R100RT On Sat, 28 Jan 2006 20:12:15 -0000 "hobbhavnklr650" writes:

> Thanks for the help. One more question if I might, where would I find > > the most convenient spot to tap into power, after the ignition. I > don't trust myself enough to work off the battery and hope I > remember > to turn off an accessory. > > Trying to keep myself busy, three long months until snow is gone. > > Keith > Idaho KLR