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N1K · 05-17-2007, 12:05 PM

If you were going to t-tap into a wire to hard-wire a radar detector which is the easiest to tap into. (2002 bird, so digital display)

And if anyone had a photo indicating the correct wire that would be cool.

Or--

I haven't checked, is there an empty spot in the fuse box to drop one of those fuses with a lead wire coming out of it into?

Warchild · 05-17-2007, 12:12 PM

Yes, there is.

Which is *exactly* what I did for my V1.

Open the fuse box, yoink out one of the 10-amp fuses. Insert the V1 positive wire (obviously, you will have stripped off a hefty 3/4" or 1" of insulation first) into the fuse slot, and reinsert the fuse. You will still be able to close/latch the fuse box cover (assuming you have stripped off sufficient insulation).

If you find you have stripped off a bit too much, and there is exposed bare wire after you've latched the fuse box lid, either remove the wire and snip off the offending length, or wrap it with electrical tape.

BTW.... glad to see you posting here.....

flblackbird · 05-17-2007, 12:12 PM

Check w\John01XX, he's got a sweet radar\lazer set up.

Toynut · 05-17-2007, 2:18 PM

NIK,

You can also go to Radio Shack and buy a pack of automotive-blade type fuse taps (#270-1204), for a quick, clean hookup. Package of 4 taps for $1.49. I believe that they come in ATO size and mini fuse size as well.

N1K · 05-17-2007, 2:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toynut

NIK,

You can also go to Radio Shack and buy a pack of automotive-blade type fuse taps (#270-1204), for a quick, clean hookup. Package of 4 taps for $1.49. I believe that they come in ATO size and mini fuse size as well.

I know I've got one of these laying around the house... Is it just as easy to use it?

http://www.anythinggps.com/ProductIm.../Fuse.Tap2.jpg

haWHYnXX · 05-18-2007, 2:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N1K

I know I've got one of these laying around the house... Is it just as easy to use it?

http://www.anythinggps.com/ProductIm.../Fuse.Tap2.jpg

Yep.

N1K · 05-24-2007, 12:31 PM

When I run the hard-wire from my detector to the fuse location where is the best place to run it so I don't end up by a hot spot that will be melted or something? I haven't taken a close look, so it might be obvious and the dash wiring harness is the best route, but anyone have any advice.

ConqSoft · 05-24-2007, 12:34 PM

Pick up some skinny plastic wiring conduit at Autozone or Advance Auto to protect it. That's what I use whenever I'm running wire on a bike.

haWHYnXX · 05-24-2007, 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N1K

When I run the hard-wire from my detector to the fuse location where is the best place to run it so I don't end up by a hot spot that will be melted or something? I haven't taken a close look, so it might be obvious and the dash wiring harness is the best route, but anyone have any advice.

I ran all my power wires (radar, Sirius, Datel, GPS) down the left side in a loom that I zip tied to the OEM main wiring harness. Never a problem.

swazijmw · 05-24-2007, 9:39 PM

I installed an additional Auxiliary Fuse Panel (made by Centech) and relay, which gives me eight additional outputs for my hard wiring needs.

05-17-2007, 12:12 PM	#3
flblackbird What cop?? Join Date: Jan 24 2007 Location: Edgewater, FL, USA Age: 40 Posts: 1,859	Re: hard-wiring a radar detector Check w\John01XX, he's got a sweet radar\lazer set up. __________________ Mike 02 Silver Bird I'm a Yamaha tech., that's why I ride a Honda

05-17-2007, 2:18 PM	#4
Toynut Join Date: Oct 23 2006 Location: West Bloomfield, Michigan Age: 51 Posts: 571	Re: hard-wiring a radar detector NIK, You can also go to Radio Shack and buy a pack of automotive-blade type fuse taps (#270-1204), for a quick, clean hookup. Package of 4 taps for $1.49. I believe that they come in ATO size and mini fuse size as well. __________________ Al ________________________________________ Momma always said "the best things in life are free"! OK,sure............. Then again, Momma never rode a motorcycle, either!

05-24-2007, 12:31 PM	#7
N1K Join Date: Nov 05 2006 Location: Milwaukee,WI Posts: 14	Re: hard-wiring a radar detector When I run the hard-wire from my detector to the fuse location where is the best place to run it so I don't end up by a hot spot that will be melted or something? I haven't taken a close look, so it might be obvious and the dash wiring harness is the best route, but anyone have any advice.

05-24-2007, 12:34 PM	#8
ConqSoft Ba-Da-Bing Join Date: Sep 15 2006 Location: Raleigh, NC Age: 37 Posts: 1,097	Re: hard-wiring a radar detector Pick up some skinny plastic wiring conduit at Autozone or Advance Auto to protect it. That's what I use whenever I'm running wire on a bike. __________________ My Blog GPS Discussion Forum

05-24-2007, 9:39 PM	#10
swazijmw Join Date: Jan 05 2007 Location: CT Posts: 186	Re: hard-wiring a radar detector I installed an additional Auxiliary Fuse Panel (made by Centech) and relay, which gives me eight additional outputs for my hard wiring needs.

05-17-2007, 12:12 PM	#2
Warchild Rapin' Asphalt! Join Date: Sep 29 2006 Location: West Richland, Washington Age: 51 Posts: 877	Re: hard-wiring a radar detector Yes, there is. Which is exactly what I did for my V1. Open the fuse box, yoink out one of the 10-amp fuses. Insert the V1 positive wire (obviously, you will have stripped off a hefty 3/4" or 1" of insulation first) into the fuse slot, and reinsert the fuse. You will still be able to close/latch the fuse box cover (assuming you have stripped off sufficient insulation). If you find you have stripped off a bit too much, and there is exposed bare wire after you've latched the fuse box lid, either remove the wire and snip off the offending length, or wrap it with electrical tape. BTW.... glad to see you posting here..... __________________ - Warchild http://www.superblackbird.com/

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