This is in the General Forum because it's NOT for a Dodge, but for my tractor.

My brother wants some video (and I'm certain some of you chumps would, as well) of when I get my Allis Chalmers running. Since I don't have a video recorder it occurred to me that I could use my soon-to-arrive HD720p IR Dash Camera . All I need to do is scavenge a power outlet from either the 1997 Dodge or the 1996 Crown Vic that I'm parting.

Anyway, I wasn't sure if I would wire the outlet directly to the battery, if it needs some type of fuse, or --- ?

Some input from an electrical guru would be nice.

 

I would run a fuse and relay.

 

Your tractor 12v or 6v.

 

I should have clarified that. It's 12V.

Okaaaaayyyyy. What rating fuse, what kind of relay, and how do I wire all of this?

 

I think the fuse for the power outlet in Rams is like 15 or 20 amps. I don't remember.

 

Just the 20 amp fuse should be good.

 

I think this belongs in the gibberish thread....

 

OK, but do I wire the outlet straight to the battery? Connect the hot lead to the fuse, then to the positive and the black lead to the frame?



The problem is in bold.

 

Don't forget to fix the plenum before adding any bling!

 

YOU belong in the gibberish thread!

(granted, WHO doesn't?! )