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Fuse blocks & battery

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  1. kidryno

    kidryno Karting

    Dec 22, 2014
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    So... at the risk of asking a stupid question, is there any need to disconnect the battery before installing new birdman fuse blocks?


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  2. bertrand328

    bertrand328 Formula 3

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    You need to disconnect battery before ANY electrical job
     
  3. Patrick Dixon

    Patrick Dixon Formula 3

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    But DEFINITELY that one.
     
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  4. Crowndog

    Crowndog F1 Veteran

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    Easily done by disconnecting the red connector (ground strap) under the front hood on the left


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  5. miketuason

    miketuason F1 World Champ
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    It’s not a stupid question and yes there’s a need for it?
     
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  6. thorn

    thorn F1 Rookie
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    It's an amusing question, it would be far more stupid to not ask and do it wrong. So. Don't feel bad about asking.

    Also, take a few pictures before you get started. Label all the wires the way Birdman's instructions suggest. Take it slowly and you'll do fine. Good luck!
     
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  7. kidryno

    kidryno Karting

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  8. miketuason

    miketuason F1 World Champ
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    Nice! You just gain about an extra 5HP :)
     
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  9. built2grind

    built2grind Formula Junior

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    Great job! I've had these exact Birdman fuse blocks for my '84 308 for 2 years now just sitting on the bench, I've really got to get on the ball.........
     
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  10. kcabpilot

    kcabpilot Formula 3

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    If I might make a suggestion, install a battery cut-off switch at the frame where the ground strap connects. It's very easy to do and makes it convenient to isolate the battery at any time.
     
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  11. offtheworkigo

    offtheworkigo Karting

    Feb 23, 2016
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    Will the old plastic labeling cover fit on the new fuse box?
     
  12. thorn

    thorn F1 Rookie
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    Sam's, yes. Birdman's, no.
     
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