I never thought I could understand anything under the hood of a car. The instructions in this video seriously gave me an enlightening. I would press "like" a thousand times if I could. Actually I can, but you know...
Excellent and informative. There is only one thing I would add, it is regarding the idea of correct versus incorrect orientation of piggyback plugs. For the example as demonstrated in the video itself, "correct - there is no appreciable difference in power supplied to both devices". This is expected behaviour. However, if we consider the construction of the piggyback plug, it becomes apparent that there is indeed a right way and a wrong way to connect them, particularly where higher current draw devices are concerned. Remembering VOG's description of how the piggyback is constructed, there is a pin common to both fuses. For higher current draw devices this _has_ to be on the battery side (hot pin) of the fuse box. Fuses are designed to open circuit (blow) when a certain current level is exceeded, and it should be obvious that if your piggyback plug goes in the wrong way around, then the piggybacked device you've added will be drawing its current through both its fuse as well as the existing one. i.imgur.com/SZafLle.png On low current devices like LEDs and Go Pro cameras, you wouldn't expect any difference. Combine headlights, car fridges and the like on an incorrectly oriented piggyback plug however and you might well find yourself repeatedly blowing one of the fuses when both devices are active - it really depends on how much current you are drawing and how much margin for overcurrent your car manufacturer allowed for when they minted your vehicle. If you're planning on using a piggyback plug, remember the section in the video where VOG shows you how to identify which fuse pins are the ignition switched power sources and which ones are always live. The pin that reads 12v off the multimeter should be the common fuse pin of the piggyback plug, both in terms of practicality and safety (at least on higher current draw devices) and it might just save you a little extra heartache in some cases. Or you can check out some of the other videos that show you how to add extra fuses to your existing fusebox and elect to do it that way. A little more time consuming, but only a little and the end result will look tidier, as well as being considered more roadworthy in some jurisdictions. Just my grossly overpriced two cents worth. ;-)
Wow, that is absolutely the best instructional video I've ever seen anywhere. Extremely thorough, well organized, and the diagrams are fantastic. Thank you very much.
This is an excellent presentation on the Add A Fuse circuit, you did a good job.It is important to install the fuse in the correct position. Yes either way will furnish the power required but not the fuse protection to the new circuit device. Once you have selected the fuse location install the add a fuse device without any fuses mounted on it. Then test to see if voltage is coming out of the lead. If there none then you have the device plug in the correct way. Then install the fuse to the device there should now be power to that lead. The fuse is now protecting the new circuit.
You are very right. The presentation at the end is wrong, which says that in any direction you can insert the piggyback unit. Your test idea is awesome, that helps in making sure that the current goes via fuse and not directly.
This isn't quite right. See the illustration at 8:53 - any time the top fuse is missing, whether or not the piggyback is plugged in the right way, there will be no power to the wire lead. Any time two good fuses are in the piggyback, there will be power to the wire lead, even if it's plugged in backward. The difference is if it's backward, power will go through both fuses to reach the wire lead, via the common blade. To test if the piggyback is plugged in right, you can leave the bottom fuse missing but plug in the top fuse. If there's power at the lead, the piggyback is plugged in the right way. If it's plugged in the wrong way, power will not be able to go through the bottom fuse to reach the common blade, top fuse and wire lead, so this is a valid test.
@@jhwaterf The fact the Add A Fuse works in both positions proves the illustration is incorrect as the top fuse holder must also contact the bottom fuse holder.
Fantastic! In one video, I found out how to find the hot side of a fuse, what the multimeter will read while testing both sides of the empty fuse holder and which part of the piggy back shuld be plugged ino the hot side. I've looked in various forums and most of them descend into petty arguments about the correct way to do it. Opinions getting in the way of facts. This video, on the other hand is easy to understand, concise and logical. I'm forever grateful.
Clearest instruction I have watched so far. I've watched many other videos like this, but your video gives me clearest understanding of how a fuse works. However I am concerned that toward the end, you said there is no 'wrong way' to install the fuse tap. This you prove with the two small lights. From other videos I watched and understood, your experiment with the two lights work because the wire is not shorted. In case of shortage or overcurrent, a wrongly installed fuse tap will not blow the fuse. Instead it will continue to supply current along the wire until it burns down. I am no electrical expert so I may be wrong.
Profusely explained so everyone can understand. Nice touch at the end where you make note that having it in backwards is no catastrophe. If it is in backwards, the bottom fuses the load of piggy backed circuit, which could be a good thing. On the flip side, if the bottom fuse blows, both circuits stop. No matter how you look at it, it beats the stars wrapping a wire on a fuse post that might unwind and touch both sides and negate the fuse or cause intermittent connection. It also beats the stars out of hacking the wiring loom that inevitably turns into a mystery to solve for someone later.
Clear , concise and factual. Made maximum use of visual and audio for the explanation which speeds understanding and retention. The tools of a real instructor. What a relief - I just wasted the best part of two hours on another site with some apparently well-qualified and well meaning people doing their utmost to explain how a piggy back fuse worked and how to ensure a safe install. They ended up putting me on speed dial to an auto electrician - but then I detoured and found this site. Problem solved in 12 mins 54 secs. I dips me lid, mate.
Man I am about to embark on pitting LED lights in the engine campartment of my Porsche and the forums are telling me to tap into 12 volts in my fuse box which I know absolutely nothing about. So I did a youtube search and came across this video. the instructions were so clear that I feel like an expert on how to add a fused circuit to the vehicle. This was made so clear and simple that I am rushing out to the car to tackle this project, which before seeing this video I had absolutely no idea what the task entailed. Perhaps one of the best instructional I have seen on youtube. I see in the comments you reference your video on relays. I hope that is as good as this one because I really want to learn how to use relays in auto applications. Great job man!!
+Charlester Williams Hi Chatlester, Thanks very much for your very kind comments. When I make a video I always say to myself if it helps just one person then it was worth it, so when I hear from people like you it makes my day. Glad I could help. As for the relay video, you'll have to judge for yourself. It's a little more technical but now you've grasped the basics I'm confident you'll find it easy. But if you do have any problems, drop me a line. I'll do my best to help. Best wishes, Geoff
I've watched heaps of these types of videos but this particular video is absolutely the "TOPS" by far!! Graphics are EXCELLENT, clear, concise & so easy to understand for mere amatuers like myself!! The voice over is also of a good standard of "English" & he doesn't talk too fast or mumble or roll his words together like certain English dialects have a habit of doing. I can find no problem within this video whereby I personally could not understand or comprehend of what was either being shown or spoken of!! Again this video needs to be the standard used for this type of on-line communication & irrespective of the subject matter as I'm sure it will admirably fit most if not all fields!! Again I reiterate that I really can't believe how "GOOD TECHNICALLY THIS VIDEO IS" Who ever put this video together rest assured is no mere amatuer & certainly knows what they are doing absolutely!!
I don't normally comment on any videos on RUclips, but I had to in this instance. This is probably the best instruction video I've seen. It's very clear and precise and just to the simple level I was looking for. It answered my questions and fears of wiring up a new dashcam to my car. I'm going to crack on and do it this weekend now! Brilliant video. Keep it up!!!
Great step by step explanation with easy to follow diagrams and instructions. I Believe the point about putting fuse tap in the wrong way refers to the fact that if put in wrong way the power will still go to device but it won't actually go via the fuse so if something was to blow or short circuit the fuse wouldn't be a buffer zone so the power could go direct to the device and could damage it. JJ
Thanks very much. Please subscribe... the more the merrier : ) Genuinely if you have any questions / video request / etc, I will do my best to help... I can't guarantee but I will try.
Only video that explained everything from the beginning. all the others were using piggyback fuse holders and i had no clue what they were doing. only video that really helped.
I'm a complete car and electricity idiot - but was able to successfully hardwire footwell LEDs using your explanation. You are a god among men, thank you for being so thorough and explanatory in your tutorials.
Hi Andriy. Thanks for your very kind comments. You certainly made me laugh : ) 'God among men,' I'm most definitely not, but I am happy to share a little knowledge and help where I can. Have you checked out my relay video? Once you understand relays, you can really get stuck into auto electrics - ruclips.net/video/T1o29KTVbTE/видео.html Many thanks!
Yeah, I went through and watched all your relevant tutorials actually. Genuinely learned more than I could have ever imagined in this field. I'm actually amazed you find the time to respond to comments on videos with hundreds of thousands of views - genuinely incredible. Thanks again!
I'm wanting to hardwire some footwell LEDs in my car as well and I'm trying to learn just as you did. I understand everything up to the part of 8:49 in the video. Where am i getting this new fuse? Do I buy just another fuse? *Edit: I now see when buying the Add-a-Circuit it comes with a fuse
Thank you Sir. After 3 hours of watching videos how to hardwire my new dash cam - this is the only video I really needed to watch. I greatly appreciate your help and time you have invested. It helped immensely and gave me not only knowledge I needed, but total confidence in what I am about to DIY. Thank you
Even if I am a few years late I have to add that that's the absolutely the best presented, "How to" video I've ever seen, and I've seen a few! I have just ordered some piggyback fuse holders and I was intrigued by your video. I also read the comments about plugging in the piggyback the wrong way. It will only work correctly if the common pair on the piggyback is on the live side of the fuse (left in your video). If it is plugged in the other way it will work BUT the electricity goes through the first fuse before going through its own fuse. Therefore it's only unsafe if the fuses are different ratings.
If the illustration at 8:53 is correct, it seems like the difference in reversing the blades would be that current now flows through both fuses to the wire lead, instead of just through the top fuse. So if the bottom fuse blows, both devices will be without power. There's probably a little extra resistance going through two fuses also, but not enough that you could subjectively sense a difference in the brightness of an LED. You could try detecting the resistance difference with your multimeter, though. Also, having current for both devices going through the bottom fuse could make it more likely to blow. So keeping the "in" (hot) side on the common blade keeps each fuse dedicated to one device (or circuit).
scoured the web and youtube because my solar powered battery maintainer needs to have a live connection to the accessory plug when the ignition is off. When my ignition is off, the accessory plug has no power. This is by far the best video in the world. I was getting desperate and considered hot wiring. What a joy to see VegOilGuy . I instantly recognized him from an oil burner video. Time to subscribe!
i've been searching around to gain some knowledge on how to install my dashcam properly and this is the best. Solved all questions in mind. I love you man.
Thanks for this clear,informative,step by step explanation of the proper way to add a fuse circuit. All the years that I have been around and working with Electricity I had the flow of electricity ( in re guards to a light bulb ) completely backwards. again Thanks Paul Caldwell
Maybe i watched 15 a 20 video’s about connecting fuses and piggyback holders. I can say this is the only one that is clear and very informative for me! Non of them was so claer and understandable as your video. Thanks a lot sir! New sub here!
I have no doubt your video and explanation of the piggy back fuse holder, and the logic supporting your approach, is by far the best help I have found on the internet.....that is for me. I so appreciate your time, and please keep helping us. Thank you
Thank you. I've been wanting to tap a fuse in my 2010 Lexus IS350 for my dashcam for over a year now and procrastinated because I just couldn't find a comprehensive video that would walk me through the whole process. This video covered it all and, as of today, this task is now crossed off my to-do list.
That's very kind, thanks. Do look out for my OVERLOAD video though... Piggybacks are great but if you push too much current through them you could damage other wiring. Best wishes, Geoff
This is an extremely thorough and talented instruction. You covered all of the bases. Thank you very much. I was leery about using an Add-A-Circuit in my new truck, but I feel much better now. Keep up the good work.
great video mate. very simply put. straight talking no nonsense information . i want to put a charging point in my glovebox, im now really confident about doing this . keep it up mate. Gary , London
Beautifully executed. I watch this video every so often to remind myself and confirm it's right. Thank you for the amazing video and taking the time to create this masterpiece.
Great video! I typically watch videos until I'm confident enough to proceed with current project, most of the time this means watching many videos. However, your video was so well organized and explained that I will conclude my research with this video and proceed with my project without any further delay. A sincere thank you for taking the time to create and share your knowledge with myself and others!! Thank you!
Excellent informative video!! I must admit, I was brainwashed after watching so many videos and internet. This is the right way to plug in and what not :) Nicely explained with diagrams and dummy fuse box. LED experiment was eye opener!! Well done and carry on! Thank you very much.
I was installing my dash cam and ended up here. This is really helpful to understand the fuse box. I didn't know that I need two fuses to install my dash cam (one for original accessories and one for my dash cam). The product that I purchased from eBay has shitty instruction manual. Thank you!!
At the end of the video... the issue is the piggyback fuse holder connected in the fuse box one way will connect the "device" to the +12v side of the original fuse. Connected the other way will connect the "device" to the load side of the original fuse which will put the device fuse in series with the original (larger) fuse. That is my understanding of how these piggyback fuse holders are wired. So one way (backwards) both fuses will be in series- If the bigger fuse pops due it's device pulling too much current then the device we just installed will go out too. One would need to measure the volts coming out of the piggyback fuse holder, with it connected to the fuse box, rather than measuring directly from the fuse box to find which way to orient the piggyback fuse holder into the fuse box. Great video by the way.
+Michael Bond Thanks Michael. Glad you enjoyed it. I'm always nervous that I waffle too much... If you need any help, don't hesitate to ask. I'll do my best for you ; )
This is an excellent video! (the plasticine was a brilliant idea) It made things very clear and the explanations were very thorough. I am MUCH more confident with tackling my fog light installation. great job!
That's very kind. I like to keep things simple and wherever possible try yo find and show easy ways of doing things. I'm always happy to answer questions and take video request... I can't make promises, but I WILL do my best : )
Excellent video, thank you so much. I couldn’t find a decent source anywhere to test fuses for switched live. Your video got my dash cam up and running in no time 👍🏻
Astonished!!! I was going through hell trying to get a 12v connection from my cigarette lighter cables (dismantle dashboard and so on). You saved me so much trouble with this, thanks a lot!
Perfect explanation of a 12 volt system, I like how you start from the beginning and then add the different steps or items in place to create a new circuit, nicely understood sir thank you
This is a very good guide. There are a couple subsets of switched circuits. Some may be "hot" in run only, some in run and accessory, some in run and start. I know this is very picky but some added accessories might "care" about when they may be provided power.
Fantastic video, thank you. I used your video as a guide while installing an Add-a-fuse to power a USB charging port in an unused push button switch location on my dash. Answered all my questions and kept me from doing it wrong. Thanks!
Brilliant! This video gave me the exact information I was looking for whilst making me feel like I was watching Downton Abbey! No, seriously, good work and great voice! Cheers from Washington State 😄
I never thought I could understand anything under the hood of a car. The instructions in this video seriously gave me an enlightening. I would press "like" a thousand times if I could.
Actually I can, but you know...
Thanks Adam 😊
Great explanation, straight to the point. No jargon, no thumping music drowning you out and very well explained.
Excellent and informative. There is only one thing I would add, it is regarding the idea of correct versus incorrect orientation of piggyback plugs.
For the example as demonstrated in the video itself, "correct - there is no appreciable difference in power supplied to both devices". This is expected behaviour. However, if we consider the construction of the piggyback plug, it becomes apparent that there is indeed a right way and a wrong way to connect them, particularly where higher current draw devices are concerned.
Remembering VOG's description of how the piggyback is constructed, there is a pin common to both fuses. For higher current draw devices this _has_ to be on the battery side (hot pin) of the fuse box. Fuses are designed to open circuit (blow) when a certain current level is exceeded, and it should be obvious that if your piggyback plug goes in the wrong way around, then the piggybacked device you've added will be drawing its current through both its fuse as well as the existing one.
i.imgur.com/SZafLle.png
On low current devices like LEDs and Go Pro cameras, you wouldn't expect any difference. Combine headlights, car fridges and the like on an incorrectly oriented piggyback plug however and you might well find yourself repeatedly blowing one of the fuses when both devices are active - it really depends on how much current you are drawing and how much margin for overcurrent your car manufacturer allowed for when they minted your vehicle.
If you're planning on using a piggyback plug, remember the section in the video where VOG shows you how to identify which fuse pins are the ignition switched power sources and which ones are always live. The pin that reads 12v off the multimeter should be the common fuse pin of the piggyback plug, both in terms of practicality and safety (at least on higher current draw devices) and it might just save you a little extra heartache in some cases.
Or you can check out some of the other videos that show you how to add extra fuses to your existing fusebox and elect to do it that way. A little more time consuming, but only a little and the end result will look tidier, as well as being considered more roadworthy in some jurisdictions.
Just my grossly overpriced two cents worth. ;-)
Wow, that is absolutely the best instructional video I've ever seen anywhere. Extremely thorough, well organized, and the diagrams are fantastic. Thank you very much.
+Scott Jacobs
Thanks Scott. That's very kind of you. I always think I waffle too much ; )
Your kind words are much appreciated.
+Scott Jacobs
Hi Scott, perhaps you'll enjoy this video on Relays : ruclips.net/video/T1o29KTVbTE/видео.html
Best wishes, Geoff
I agree, the best and most understandable video. Just what I needed. The ‘wrong way round’ is a red herring, I believe.
This is an excellent presentation on the Add A Fuse circuit, you did a good job.It is important to install the fuse in the correct position. Yes either way will furnish the power required but not the fuse protection to the new circuit device. Once you have selected the fuse location install the add a fuse device without any fuses mounted on it. Then test to see if voltage is coming out of the lead. If there none then you have the device plug in the correct way. Then install the fuse to the device there should now be power to that lead. The fuse is now protecting the new circuit.
Which one is the lead
Damn, you’re good at this instructional stuff. Best I’ve ever seen. Very clear, nothing left out, very understandable. Thank you!
You are very right. The presentation at the end is wrong, which says that in any direction you can insert the piggyback unit. Your test idea is awesome, that helps in making sure that the current goes via fuse and not directly.
This isn't quite right. See the illustration at 8:53 - any time the top fuse is missing, whether or not the piggyback is plugged in the right way, there will be no power to the wire lead. Any time two good fuses are in the piggyback, there will be power to the wire lead, even if it's plugged in backward. The difference is if it's backward, power will go through both fuses to reach the wire lead, via the common blade. To test if the piggyback is plugged in right, you can leave the bottom fuse missing but plug in the top fuse. If there's power at the lead, the piggyback is plugged in the right way. If it's plugged in the wrong way, power will not be able to go through the bottom fuse to reach the common blade, top fuse and wire lead, so this is a valid test.
@@jhwaterf The fact the Add A Fuse works in both positions proves the illustration is incorrect as the top fuse holder must also contact the bottom fuse holder.
Fantastic! In one video, I found out how to find the hot side of a fuse, what the multimeter will read while testing both sides of the empty fuse holder and which part of the piggy back shuld be plugged ino the hot side.
I've looked in various forums and most of them descend into petty arguments about the correct way to do it. Opinions getting in the way of facts.
This video, on the other hand is easy to understand, concise and logical. I'm forever grateful.
Thanks Luca. I appreciate that : )
Clearest instruction I have watched so far. I've watched many other videos like this, but your video gives me clearest understanding of how a fuse works.
However I am concerned that toward the end, you said there is no 'wrong way' to install the fuse tap. This you prove with the two small lights.
From other videos I watched and understood, your experiment with the two lights work because the wire is not shorted. In case of shortage or overcurrent, a wrongly installed fuse tap will not blow the fuse. Instead it will continue to supply current along the wire until it burns down.
I am no electrical expert so I may be wrong.
Profusely explained so everyone can understand. Nice touch at the end where you make note that having it in backwards is no catastrophe. If it is in backwards, the bottom fuses the load of piggy backed circuit, which could be a good thing. On the flip side, if the bottom fuse blows, both circuits stop. No matter how you look at it, it beats the stars wrapping a wire on a fuse post that might unwind and touch both sides and negate the fuse or cause intermittent connection. It also beats the stars out of hacking the wiring loom that inevitably turns into a mystery to solve for someone later.
+Jack T
Many thanks.
Clear , concise and factual.
Made maximum use of visual and audio for the explanation which speeds understanding and retention.
The tools of a real instructor.
What a relief - I just wasted the best part of two hours on another site with some apparently well-qualified and well meaning people doing their utmost to explain how a piggy back fuse worked and how to ensure a safe install. They ended up putting me on speed dial to an auto electrician - but then I detoured and found this site.
Problem solved in 12 mins 54 secs.
I dips me lid, mate.
Wow. That's possibly the most thoughtful comment anyone's ever made. Thanks : D
Aside from the volume being a bit low for ambient noise, this is an excellent presentation, very clear and descriptive to understand. Vin
Many thanks for the feedback : )
Wow, that is absolutely the best instructional video on the basics of automotive fuses I've ever seen anywhere. Thanks.
Many thanks : )
Man I am about to embark on pitting LED lights in the engine campartment of my Porsche and the forums are telling me to tap into 12 volts in my fuse box which I know absolutely nothing about. So I did a youtube search and came across this video. the instructions were so clear that I feel like an expert on how to add a fused circuit to the vehicle. This was made so clear and simple that I am rushing out to the car to tackle this project, which before seeing this video I had absolutely no idea what the task entailed.
Perhaps one of the best instructional I have seen on youtube. I see in the comments you reference your video on relays. I hope that is as good as this one because I really want to learn how to use relays in auto applications. Great job man!!
+Charlester Williams
Hi Chatlester,
Thanks very much for your very kind comments. When I make a video I always say to myself if it helps just one person then it was worth it, so when I hear from people like you it makes my day.
Glad I could help.
As for the relay video, you'll have to judge for yourself. It's a little more technical but now you've grasped the basics I'm confident you'll find it easy. But if you do have any problems, drop me a line. I'll do my best to help.
Best wishes,
Geoff
I've watched heaps of these types of videos but this particular video is absolutely the "TOPS" by far!! Graphics are EXCELLENT, clear, concise & so easy to understand for mere amatuers like myself!! The voice over is also of a good standard of "English" & he doesn't talk too fast or mumble or roll his words together like certain English dialects have a habit of doing. I can find no problem within this video whereby I personally could not understand or comprehend of what was either being shown or spoken of!! Again this video needs to be the standard used for this type of on-line communication & irrespective of the subject matter as I'm sure it will admirably fit most if not all fields!! Again I reiterate that I really can't believe how "GOOD TECHNICALLY THIS VIDEO IS" Who ever put this video together rest assured is no mere amatuer & certainly knows what they are doing absolutely!!
Thanks very much Brendon 😁
Great instructions 👍🏾Keep it up. God bless you Amen 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
I don't normally comment on any videos on RUclips, but I had to in this instance. This is probably the best instruction video I've seen. It's very clear and precise and just to the simple level I was looking for. It answered my questions and fears of wiring up a new dashcam to my car. I'm going to crack on and do it this weekend now! Brilliant video. Keep it up!!!
A bit late to the party but a brilliant instructional video! Simple, clear, jargon free... Perfect. Thank you
This is the best car wiring instruction video I have ever seen.👌😀
Glad you think so! 😁😁😁
Great example of a instructional Video Well explained, super clear Diagrams.
After this 13 minute video, I'M SMARTER ! Not too many videos do THAT !
Thank You. EXCELLENT GRAPHICS and "Hands On" display !
Glad it helped!
If RUclips content was required to be this informative and well thought out as this video was, there would be about 6 videos in total.
That's very kind.
this is the best, most thorough outline of a piggyback fuse holder that I have found. great work!
Many thanks Craig.
Great step by step explanation with easy to follow diagrams and instructions. I Believe the point about putting fuse tap in the wrong way refers to the fact that if put in wrong way the power will still go to device but it won't actually go via the fuse so if something was to blow or short circuit the fuse wouldn't be a buffer zone so the power could go direct to the device and could damage it. JJ
After not understanding car wiring for the last 4 years, I came across this video.
🙌Thankyou 🙌
Glad to help : )
If you have any questions, let me know.
Ive watch several videos to try and undersrand how to install a fuse box. Yours is by far the best at explainibg how it all works. Thanks.
Thanks very much. Please subscribe... the more the merrier : )
Genuinely if you have any questions / video request / etc, I will do my best to help... I can't guarantee but I will try.
A born educator- Thanks for clearing the cobwebs for a dunce like me!
Only video that explained everything from the beginning. all the others were using piggyback fuse holders and i had no clue what they were doing. only video that really helped.
+Ethan Nunnally
Hi Ethan. That's very kind of you. Thanks.
Came here with 0 knowledge and left with a full understanding of how to do my own fuse tap, thank you very much sir!
+MrHPJunkie
Thanks very much. You're very kind. I hope you find the knowledge helpful.
You couldn't have explain things any clearer, thanks for taking the time to make the vid,.
Happy to help... do check out the Overload video though, it is important...
What a fantastic simple explanation! I've been searching for days and all the 'experts' tend to use electrician talk. Well done Jeff!
Glad it was helpful!
I'm a complete car and electricity idiot - but was able to successfully hardwire footwell LEDs using your explanation. You are a god among men, thank you for being so thorough and explanatory in your tutorials.
Hi Andriy. Thanks for your very kind comments. You certainly made me laugh : )
'God among men,' I'm most definitely not, but I am happy to share a little knowledge and help where I can.
Have you checked out my relay video? Once you understand relays, you can really get stuck into auto electrics - ruclips.net/video/T1o29KTVbTE/видео.html
Many thanks!
Yeah, I went through and watched all your relevant tutorials actually. Genuinely learned more than I could have ever imagined in this field.
I'm actually amazed you find the time to respond to comments on videos with hundreds of thousands of views - genuinely incredible.
Thanks again!
Thanks Andriy. The truth is I enjoy it : )
I'm wanting to hardwire some footwell LEDs in my car as well and I'm trying to learn just as you did. I understand everything up to the part of 8:49 in the video. Where am i getting this new fuse? Do I buy just another fuse?
*Edit: I now see when buying the Add-a-Circuit it comes with a fuse
Thank you Sir. After 3 hours of watching videos how to hardwire my new dash cam - this is the only video I really needed to watch. I greatly appreciate your help and time you have invested. It helped immensely and gave me not only knowledge I needed, but total confidence in what I am about to DIY. Thank you
Thanks Alex. I appreciate that : )
Even if I am a few years late I have to add that that's the absolutely the best presented, "How to" video I've ever seen, and I've seen a few! I have just ordered some piggyback fuse holders and I was intrigued by your video. I also read the comments about plugging in the piggyback the wrong way. It will only work correctly if the common pair on the piggyback is on the live side of the fuse (left in your video). If it is plugged in the other way it will work BUT the electricity goes through the first fuse before going through its own fuse. Therefore it's only unsafe if the fuses are different ratings.
If the illustration at 8:53 is correct, it seems like the difference in reversing the blades would be that current now flows through both fuses to the wire lead, instead of just through the top fuse. So if the bottom fuse blows, both devices will be without power. There's probably a little extra resistance going through two fuses also, but not enough that you could subjectively sense a difference in the brightness of an LED. You could try detecting the resistance difference with your multimeter, though. Also, having current for both devices going through the bottom fuse could make it more likely to blow. So keeping the "in" (hot) side on the common blade keeps each fuse dedicated to one device (or circuit).
Excellent,please make more videos,exactly what I was looking for "The Right Answer".
+Benny 69
Many thanks Benny. Pleased I could help.
scoured the web and youtube because my solar powered battery maintainer needs to have a live connection to the accessory plug when the ignition is off. When my ignition is off, the accessory plug has no power. This is by far the best video in the world. I was getting desperate and considered hot wiring. What a joy to see VegOilGuy . I instantly recognized him from an oil burner video. Time to subscribe!
Wow. Thank you. That's a really kind comment and it's much appreciated.
Glad to have you aboard : )
Geoff
One of the clearest instructional videos I’ve ever seen. Top job.
Thanks Tim : )
i've been searching around to gain some knowledge on how to install my dashcam properly and this is the best. Solved all questions in mind. I love you man.
Glad I could help : )
Thanks for this clear,informative,step by step explanation of the proper way to add a fuse circuit. All the years that I have been around and working with Electricity I had the flow of electricity ( in re guards to a light bulb ) completely backwards.
again Thanks
Paul Caldwell
Thanks Paul : )
Maybe i watched 15 a 20 video’s about connecting fuses and piggyback holders. I can say this is the only one that is clear and very informative for me! Non of them was so claer and understandable as your video. Thanks a lot sir! New sub here!
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I have no doubt your video and explanation of the piggy back fuse holder, and the logic supporting your approach, is by far the best help I have found on the internet.....that is for me. I so appreciate your time, and please keep helping us. Thank you
Thanks. That's much appreciated ; )
My friend you could easily be a teacher without a doubt, A+ presentation.
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One of the best DIY videos I've seen. Easy to understand, and good step-by-step instructions. Thanks VegOilGuy!
Many thanks : )
Thanks for clearly explain the difference between "switched in" and "permanent in". It helps me a lot! Thanks.
Thank you. I've been wanting to tap a fuse in my 2010 Lexus IS350 for my dashcam for over a year now and procrastinated because I just couldn't find a comprehensive video that would walk me through the whole process. This video covered it all and, as of today, this task is now crossed off my to-do list.
Thanks David : )
Brilliant demonstration and answered all my questions for hardwiring my dashcam, thank you.
Thanks Allen. Happy I could help : )
Precise and clear instruction. Simply excellent. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Best explanation of piggyback connectors out there. Amazing and a must-see for all those folks adding accessories to their vehicles. Excellent video!!
Thanks Rudolf : )
What a great video! Even a numpty like me understood it. That's saying something. Thanks VogMan 👌
INCREDIBLY helpful and informative!
Thank you for the instructions, it made it very clear on how to add a circuit and it cleared up the piggyback installation!
That's very kind, thanks. Do look out for my OVERLOAD video though... Piggybacks are great but if you push too much current through them you could damage other wiring.
Best wishes,
Geoff
Really was the best instruction video i have ever seen. Outstanding.
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent video w/ clear explanations. Kudos to you.
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This is an extremely thorough and talented instruction. You covered all of the bases.
Thank you very much. I was leery about using an Add-A-Circuit in my new truck, but I feel much better now.
Keep up the good work.
very useful and informative for a novice (trying to hook up an LED kit using a fuse tap). Much thanks from the east coast usa
+HamRo Zine
Many thanks. Glad it helped.
great video mate. very simply put. straight talking no nonsense information . i want to put a charging point in my glovebox, im now really confident about doing this . keep it up mate. Gary , London
Thanks Gary. I once did the same thing... You can never have enough charging points : )
Just came across your excellent video of installing a piggyback fused to a fuse box really easy to understand excellent tank you 👍👍
Simple effective presentation. Informative and useful. Well done and thanks.
Beautifully executed. I watch this video every so often to remind myself and confirm it's right. Thank you for the amazing video and taking the time to create this masterpiece.
Wow, thank you!
This is the best and the most scientific explanation
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Great video! I typically watch videos until I'm confident enough to proceed with current project, most of the time this means watching many videos. However, your video was so well organized and explained that I will conclude my research with this video and proceed with my project without any further delay. A sincere thank you for taking the time to create and share your knowledge with myself and others!! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent informative video!! I must admit, I was brainwashed after watching so many videos and internet. This is the right way to plug in and what not :) Nicely explained with diagrams and dummy fuse box. LED experiment was eye opener!! Well done and carry on! Thank you very much.
good job! plain and simple, just as an instructional video should be. greatly appreciated.
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Great video. I wish more tutorials were so well planned and presented.
Many thanks 😁
best tutorial i have ever seen. two thumbs up
Many thanks 😁
I was installing my dash cam and ended up here. This is really helpful to understand the fuse box. I didn't know that I need two fuses to install my dash cam (one for original accessories and one for my dash cam). The product that I purchased from eBay has shitty instruction manual. Thank you!!
I'm pleased to help : )
Best video I've iv seen so much detail. Thx
Very easy to understand - excellent tutoring - thank you
At the end of the video... the issue is the piggyback fuse holder connected in the fuse box one way will connect the "device" to the +12v side of the original fuse. Connected the other way will connect the "device" to the load side of the original fuse which will put the device fuse in series with the original (larger) fuse. That is my understanding of how these piggyback fuse holders are wired.
So one way (backwards) both fuses will be in series- If the bigger fuse pops due it's device pulling too much current then the device we just installed will go out too.
One would need to measure the volts coming out of the piggyback fuse holder, with it connected to the fuse box, rather than measuring directly from the fuse box to find which way to orient the piggyback fuse holder into the fuse box. Great video by the way.
Excellent video. Explains everything in simple terms. Thanks so much.
+Michael Bond
Thanks Michael. Glad you enjoyed it. I'm always nervous that I waffle too much...
If you need any help, don't hesitate to ask. I'll do my best for you ; )
Beautifully done. Such a clear and thorough explanation. Thanks a lot
Many thanks : )
Wow your simple explanation cleared all my doubts about dash cam hardwiring thank you!!!
+lightbike “lightbike2Vids” vids
Glad to help ; )
Many thanks
Excellent tutorial video. Good thing I did OK in high school physics. Now I can tackle future auto related projects with confidence. Thank you
High school physics... happy memories of tinkering : )
This is the most helpful video ive seen around. Thank you so much.
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After watching this im a qualified electrician. 🤓
Naj Udd yeah people be like "wow man you should get a job as a electrician".. I'm all like " uhhh it was simple shit really"
Best fuse lecture on RUclips
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Very helpful, fast-paced video which both kept my attention and gave me the info I was looking for. You are hereby bestowed with my like button.
definitely the best explanation on this subject.
Thanks Ali. I appreciate that : )
This is an excellent video! (the plasticine was a brilliant idea) It made things very clear and the explanations were very thorough. I am MUCH more confident with tackling my fog light installation. great job!
That's very kind.
I like to keep things simple and wherever possible try yo find and show easy ways of doing things.
I'm always happy to answer questions and take video request... I can't make promises, but I WILL do my best : )
Excellent video, thank you so much. I couldn’t find a decent source anywhere to test fuses for switched live. Your video got my dash cam up and running in no time 👍🏻
I feel all relaxed and chilled out after listening to this here instructor. 👍🏖️🍹
Glad you enjoyed it!
thank you. i been on here for a hour trying to find a video like this one.awesome job.
Thanks Chalmer. I hope it all works out well for you : )
ABSOLUTELLY INCREDIBLE VIDEO, CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS MAN !!!!!
Appreciate you taking the time to make such an informative video. Thank you.
It's very helpful for a project i'm going to start. Cheers.
Glad I could help.
Astonished!!!
I was going through hell trying to get a 12v connection from my cigarette lighter cables (dismantle dashboard and so on). You saved me so much trouble with this, thanks a lot!
Cars... they fall apart when you don't want them to and seem indestructible when you want to remove a little trim : )
Glad I could help.
Perfect explanation of a 12 volt system, I like how you start from the beginning and then add the different steps or items in place to create a new circuit, nicely understood sir thank you
That's very kind Angus : )
Outstanding, clear, well done and I added a USB port to the left side of my steering wheel - where left handed people mount their phones.
Many thanks !!!
Perfect video and very very clear! Thank you.
This is a very good guide. There are a couple subsets of switched circuits. Some may be "hot" in run only, some in run and accessory, some in run and start. I know this is very picky but some added accessories might "care" about when they may be provided power.
Very clear and helpful video, mate!
Many thanks : )
This video was absolutely fantastic!!
So so well explained.
Thanks so much!
Fantastic video, thank you. I used your video as a guide while installing an Add-a-fuse to power a USB charging port in an unused push button switch location on my dash. Answered all my questions and kept me from doing it wrong. Thanks!
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Thanks for such a great easy to understand explanation.
Happy to help : )
Thank you Geoff. Very clearly described instruction.
Nice and clear basic yes but also shows you the correct way to do things what a refreshing change.
Thanks Simon : )
Great video. Very informative . Clear to understand. Very Helpful
Thanks Carlos : )
Why doesn't this guy have any Likes? This video is fantastic. Liked and subbed!
That's very kind James, thanks!
Thank you SOOO MUCH for this video!!! It helped a lot! Greetings from Germany!
Glad it helped!
I liked this video! straight to the point and very informative.
dude, your accent is just simply AWESOME....
That certainly made me laugh. Thanks for that ; )
Brilliant! This video gave me the exact information I was looking for whilst making me feel like I was watching Downton Abbey! No, seriously, good work and great voice! Cheers from Washington State 😄
Thanks Robert : )
Excellent statement, truly indicative of the knowledge and presentation of this information by the "teacher".