I need a fuse for the INST LPS position (bottom of picture). Presumably Instrument Lamps. Anyone have a chart?
1969 INST LPS fuse?
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I see kits for sale for all the fuses, but they don't list the amps.
this guy says 6A.
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this guy says 6A.
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It actually is a good read. The guy traced it all back to the light switch.
The circuit contains all the instrument lights for gauges etc. probably about 15 #1895 bulbs. Basically everything that is on a dimmer. I did find a picture of a fuse block that shows that as a 4 amp fuse.
Here is the problem, that slot looks like its made for a 1/4" x 5/8" fuse. I can find 3/4" and 7/8" but that's it. You could probably jam a 3/4' in there but, if successful, you would never get it out That fuse must be obsolete. I can find a 5mm x 20mm fuse that should work but I'm positive that is not the original fuse.
Here is the problem, that slot looks like its made for a 1/4" x 5/8" fuse. I can find 3/4" and 7/8" but that's it. You could probably jam a 3/4' in there but, if successful, you would never get it out That fuse must be obsolete. I can find a 5mm x 20mm fuse that should work but I'm positive that is not the original fuse.
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grainger has lots of 5/8x1/4.
BUSSMANN Fuse: 5 A, 125V AC, 1kA at 125V AC, 5/8 in L x 1/4 in dia Fuse Size, 5 PK
These cartridge-style, fast-acting glass fuses open within seconds of being exposed to overloads and short circuits. They're commonly used in instrument panels, small appliance circuits, and automotive accessories. Also called fast-blow glass fuses, they are highly sensitive to changes in current flow and don't tolerate temporary overload currents or power surges.
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There are adapters that convert the old style to new blade style too.
Thanks, problem solved.
Trying to get the wiring sorted out and functional before I put in the dash. The horn doesn't work but it has been so long since I put the wiring in, I can't really remember what's what.
Trying to get the wiring sorted out and functional before I put in the dash. The horn doesn't work but it has been so long since I put the wiring in, I can't really remember what's what.