Adding a fuse to a Kubota fuse block or other options?

Fallon · Sep 9, 2015

I need to add in a 15@ or so ignition switched circuit on my Kubota L3200 (full project at http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/customization/321704-linear-actuator-power-ssqa-13.html) and am trying to figure out the cleanest way to do it. I'd love to use one of the empty fuse slots in my OEM block, but they are just empty holes with no contacts. Anybody know what tools & parts are needed to add in the appropriate contacts?

Other options:

Scotch lock quick connectors. Not my favorite at all, but I could tap into one of the other switched lines.
Cut 'n solder. It's a pain to do, even more so given there is little to no slack in the wires & trying to solder 3 wires together (1 back together & adding the 3rd) is a nightmare.
Run directly to the battery. Doable, but there goes the battery when the bucket cam says on when I put it to bed
Run directly to the battery + relay. Doable, but I still have issues tapping into the existing wires & a fair bit of extra cost for parts & my time.

Suggestions?

jaydee325 · Sep 11, 2015

This is a bit pricey but it is a quality unit and is very easy to install, especially if you get their wiring kit.

I've had one on my motorcycle for a couple of years now and it's been trouble free.

FUZEBLOCKS.COM

GPintheMitten · Sep 11, 2015

I would like to know too. There already is a fuse block with empty spaces, so adding a circuit to the existing block should be doable.

C4Ranch · Sep 11, 2015

Could do a fuse splice.

katoomed00 · Sep 14, 2015

Do a search on Ebay for Add a circuit, cheap and easy. I purchased a few to have spares.

George2615 · Sep 14, 2015

I'm not a fan of scotch locks. I just rewired a friends trailer that was loaded with them. Too much salt corrosion in our area made them poor conductors. I used heat shrink crimp connectors to replace the scotch locks. HF sells them as well as many other stores. I've added circuits by cutting a line and installing these connectors. Add a circuit works too.

varmint · Sep 15, 2015

A while back, I posted this link: might be just what you need?

http://api.viglink.com/api/click?fo...ielcj98i-ab164175-36cb-4eef-8006-f130bd9baf67

aczlan · Sep 15, 2015

Here are a couple, one might work for you:
Amazon.com: E Support 12v Car Add-a-circuit Fuse TAP Adapter Mini ATM APM Blade Fuse Holder Pack of 5: Home Improvement
Amazon.com: Littelfuse FHA200BP ATO Add-A-Circuit Kit: Automotive

Aaron Z

Stick895 · Sep 15, 2015

I have this on my motorcycle and it works well. Main

Dave M7040 · Sep 15, 2015

If I were doing it I would use a relay to switch power to an accessory fuse block as seen in the many links in replies to your post. A headlight relay would do this easily.
The relay could be triggered or turned on by any existing switched circuit. I would feed the relay power for the fuse block from the main battery terminal on the starter solenoid using a fusible link.
A fusible link is a short piece of insulated low-voltage cable within an automotive wiring harness that is designed to protect the harness in applications where a fuse is unsuitable.
There are many suppliers of these low cost safety links.
Dave M7040