The 'proper' fuse is the 2nd one up in the 4-way fuse-block i.e. 17amp rated
35amp blow. However this is not a Good Thing since use of the screen heater
saps power from the remainder of the ignition circuit and causes
slow-flashing turn signals. Better to operate a relay from that circuit,
and run a brown to the relay to power the screen. You can get relays with
in-built fuses (got one but haven't got around to fitting it yet), but it
should be the rating as above anyway. Even with pretty good connections I
still only get about 7v at the screen because of the long wiring runs, many
connections and heavy current draw of the screen.
PaulH.
----- Original Message -----
From: James Nazarian Jr <jamesnazarian@netzero.net>
To: mg list <mgs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, June 06, 2001 5:08 PM
Subject: Defroster in BGT
> Listers,
>
> Can anyone tell me how much power (in amps or watts) the defroster on the
GT draws? I am building the harness for my V8 and would like to put the
proper fuse on this component. If anyone can measure one that works I'd
appreciate it.
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