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    Adding a new circuit to a modern car fuse block?

    I want to add a new circuit to the fuse block at the rear of my car. There are plenty open slots, but they're all one sided (just the hot side). I need to add a terminal for the load side, but I cannot seem to find ATM-size terminals (the mini blade fuses). Any searches I try flood me with various taps and such, but I want to do this right rather than tapping an existing circuit.

    Any suggestions for a source?

    It shouldn't be this hard. It's not rocket science.

    Chris

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    I added one to my Honda for a USB power supply to run my dash cams - I picked an empty switched slot and used a tap, it’s the only thing on that circuit. I’m pretty sure they are the same fuses you mentioned.
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    Quote Originally Posted by mtnbkr View Post
    I want to add a new circuit to the fuse block at the rear of my car. There are plenty open slots, but they're all one sided (just the hot side). I need to add a terminal for the load side, but I cannot seem to find ATM-size terminals (the mini blade fuses). Any searches I try flood me with various taps and such, but I want to do this right rather than tapping an existing circuit.

    Any suggestions for a source?

    It shouldn't be this hard. It's not rocket science.

    Chris
    There are several companies that specialize in providing the connector bodies and terminals for OE automotive and motorcycle applications. Ballenger Motorsports is one I've used. The manufacturer of your vehicle might also have repair parts available.

    Other examples: https://www.waytekwire.com/products/1495/Fuse-Holders/

    https://www.delcity.net/store/1!way-..._11128.h_26861

    https://www.amazon.com/CNLW-Terminal...dp/B07BFRRXXL/
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    Quote Originally Posted by HeavyDuty View Post
    I added one to my Honda for a USB power supply to run my dash cams - I picked an empty switched slot and used a tap, it’s the only thing on that circuit. I’m pretty sure they are the same fuses you mentioned.
    I want to avoid using taps and such. I want it to look just like a factory circuit.

    Chris

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    Quote Originally Posted by OlongJohnson View Post
    There are several companies that specialize in providing the connector bodies and terminals for OE automotive and motorcycle applications. Ballenger Motorsports is one I've used. The manufacturer of your vehicle might also have repair parts available.

    Other examples: https://www.waytekwire.com/products/1495/Fuse-Holders/

    https://www.delcity.net/store/1!way-..._11128.h_26861

    https://www.amazon.com/CNLW-Terminal...dp/B07BFRRXXL/
    The first link has a min 50 order. I only need a couple.

    The next two are the larger ATC size (found both listings last night before posting).

    I'll try the local dealership.

    Chris

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    Quote Originally Posted by mtnbkr View Post
    The first link has a min 50 order. I only need a couple.

    The next two are the larger ATC size (found both listings last night before posting).

    I'll try the local dealership.

    Chris
    Here's an ATM fuse block. Terminals are available individually.
    https://www.bmotorsports.com/shop/pr...oducts_id/5510
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    Quote Originally Posted by OlongJohnson View Post
    Here's an ATM fuse block. Terminals are available individually.
    https://www.bmotorsports.com/shop/pr...oducts_id/5510
    Thanks!

    I don't know why that wasn't showing up on my searches.

    Chris

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    My OCD says you're welcome.
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