Compact power distribution block for under dash

funknut · Oct 11, 2018

Looking for opinions/links to a compact power distribution solution to put under the dash. I'm adding some gauges and would like to run a single switched 12v and ground to a distribution block of some kind. Would like to have each circuit fused, but they are all relatively low-load items (gauges, O2 sensors, etc.), so I'd be willing to consider just a single fuse for all the accessories. Something a little fancier than the usual bus bar.

this would fit the bill, but it's absolutely massive:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078N343XK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Thoughts, recommendations and experiences appreciated.

Thanks.

ChargerM440 · Oct 11, 2018

Are you trying to electrically isolate the circuits? There are some nice compact options for power distribution if you want split the +12v and use chassis ground.

493 Mike · Oct 11, 2018

Check out marine equipment on Amazon like:https://www.amazon.com/Warning-Indi...words=12+volt+marine+power+distribution+panel

Blue Sea brand has some nice items.
Mike

747mopar · Oct 11, 2018

Try Ron Francis, Painless or Buss, all of them should have options Buss being the least expensive.

funknut · Oct 11, 2018

ChargerM440 said:
Are you trying to electrically isolate the circuits? There are some nice compact options for power distribution if you want split the +12v and use chassis ground.

No, don't need to isolate them necessarily, chassis ground would be just fine. Just want something that will help me keep things tidy and have it out of the way of the factory harness.

Some good suggestions in the thread already, looks like changing up my search terms was what I needed.

Thanks everyone.

Hemi 354 · Oct 11, 2018

I use the ones that 493 Mike suggested. I placed them under my dash and isolated all the circuits. Works great !

bolson6333 · Oct 11, 2018

Fastronix Solutions

Don selleck · Oct 11, 2018

American autowire has a nice one with 5 fuses in it, kinda pricey. I also got one from crutchfield audio no fuses very small has screwdown allen set screw connectors was pretty cheap also

multimopes · Oct 12, 2018

Went to Napa and got one with 6 fuses for cheap. They had several types and sizes right on the shelf!

khryslerkid · Oct 12, 2018

Would this have fuses?

https://www.forbbodiesonly.com/mopa...ch-panel-under-dash-or-roll-bar-mount.158549/

Shorthorse · Oct 12, 2018

I use Blue Sea fuse blocks in everything I wire. Excellent quality, I like their screw terminals with star washers for a more secure connection as opposed to push on spade lugs . They have blocks with or without a ground buss and most come with plastic covers.
https://www.bluesea.com/products/category/16/61/Fuse_Blocks/ST_Blade

Compact power distribution block for under dash

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