Fused Distribution Block

[kman67]

As I’m rewiring my Bronco, I’m looking at getting a fused distribution block under the hood. On one side I would have battery power coming in. On the other side I would have 3 fused outputs and 1 fused input from alternator. The 3 fused outputs would go to 1) the under dash fuse panel, 2) engine bay fuse panel(relays for efi, tranny fan, ARB compressor, and aux lights) and 3) rear body fuse panel(stereo amps, ARB fridge, 12v outlets). I’m looking at these fused distribution blocks and looking for options.

Uses MANL fuses with ferrules/set screws:
T-Spec VFDB4

https://www.thewireszone.com/products/t-spec-vfdb4-manl-4-position-1-0-4-awg-in-4-4-8-awg-out-distribution-block?variant=42698438279399&sfdr_ptcid=35898_4_684795062&sfdr_hash=7535267a126cc33cad3c794560f54293&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19658872291&gbraid=0AAAAADgwWtAHTFJey0KcIVLKPgB9Y1C_6&gclid=CjwKCAjwsrbTBhAvEiwA0Bpp4a85espuHmdWXO1DJyfOqazUvyBbKgqJCzC6esjBi9NvHBOHDt0TMhoCbvIQAvD_BwE

Uses ANL (bigger) fuses with lug/nut connections
SMD Heavy Duty Quad ANL Fuse block:

SMD Heavy Duty Quad ANL Fuse Block

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Kyle


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[EPB72]

Here’s mine ,, your option is

 

[bigmuddy]

I am fan of the painless fuse block.
I used a tuffy glove box and mounted inside it. They used to sell an offroad version that had a rubber cover as well.

 

[Steve83]

There are many fuse boxes available on Amazon & elsewhere, including some with LEDs that show blown fuses. Shop around.

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[kman67]

Here’s mine ,, your option is View attachment 965424 View attachment 965425

EPB72, I like the layout of that box. It’s a bit big, but it checks all the boxes. I’ll also check out Amazon.
Thanks!
Kyle


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[kman67]

I think I'm going to go with this LittleFuse block. It's a bit smaller and has a MEGA fuse for my 200 amp alternator. I will then use the MIDI fuses for the smaller 100-70 amp fuses:

Littelfuse 07985003ZXS MIDI® & MEGA® PDM Fuse Holder​

https://www.waytekwire.com/product/...kqiROukK3hJcpb1gWf4JtFE7t765jigRoCVUMQAvD_BwE

I also found this one, which is even smaller and has only 1 MEGA fuse (I only need one), but it seems cheap and I don't want to cheap out with this important piece. It is a 5 way fused distribution block that has 1 MEGA fuse and 4 MIDI fuses:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/8001886037...d=link&campid=5335857059&toolid=20001&mkevt=1
Kyle

 

[DirtDonk]

Wow, Waytek! I used to use them all the time, but haven’t heard their name mentioned on the forums in quite a while. Glad you brought them back up.

 

[Steve83]

I think I'm going to go with this...

You should avoid anything that claims to be "sealed".

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Take a look at what Ford & other automakers installed in the 90s-now, including all your other current vehicles; nothing is sealed - it's all thoroughly vented so that water can quickly drain out and the metal can dry off. That's what it needs. Water (like rain or garden hose) doesn't hurt fuses or terminals - it's really GOOD for them to be rinsed off occasionally. Trying to keep water out only keeps water IN. So if you use that box, don't install the rubber grommets around the wires, and drill some drain holes in the bottom.

 

[1969miller]

take a look at Blue Sea Systems, I've used their fuse blocks on a few of my builds and have been very happy.