> I almost forgot in wiring my console; what wire/gauge may I
> 'tap' in order to get 12v power for accesories
Depends on the accessory. If it draws a lot of current, it needs heavier
wire.
> Typically, you can get 12v that's always hot and 12v
> that's only hot with the key switch on. I don't know what
> I'd prefer; seems like 12v only hot with the key on might
> save the battery.
Unless of course you want to do something like charge your cell phone from
the added cigarette lighter while the key is off; or it's the "memory power"
for your CD player.
> BTW, what does leaving the switch on do if
> you have electronic ignition?
There are some electronic ignitions that can be damaged this way. I believe
the older Crane XR700 (formerly Piranha) suffered from this problem, where
the power transistor would overheat and shorten the life of the unit.
However, the Crane was redesigned a few years ago to shut itself down when
the engine is not running, and so avoid the problem.
Randall
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