Blown XB FUSE

[nikfleisch]

I put led strips as blinkers on the back, and blew my "10" fuse, I took a new one from my truck box, my question is, can I just run a bigger fuse or how do i solve this problem?!?!?

 

[BuellyBagger]

dont run a bigger fuse. i dont know how 2 fix ur excess amperage problem but a bigger fuse will likely lead to damaged wiring or a nice lil bon fire

 

[jakestolar]

No dont run a larger fuse you are drawing to much power. I would put the LED's on their own fuse all together

 

[PwrHse]

I have seen set up like that on other bikes . Most use an in-line fuse , not tied to any other . If there is place in fuse box open , that will work .

 

[nikfleisch]

What size fuse would i run? [confused] Im sitting in the garage scratching my head, Trying to figure out how to get this rigged up to do a 150 mile ride tomorrow.........

 

[christianmb]

I thought LEDs were supposed to draw LESS current, thus part of the appeal

 

[nikfleisch]

No, the pull less voltage I think, but then again if i was that knowledgeable I wouldn't be sitting here kicking myself.

 

[jakestolar]

I thought LEDs were supposed to draw LESS current, thus part of the appeal

True but how many LED's does he have compared to the single bulb for the turn signal?

OP did it instantly blow the fuse? Or did it just randomly go?
Also, are you running the LED's in conjunction with the turn signal bulbs? Or are you just running the LED's?

 

[nikfleisch]

Ok, I figured out the problem, when i put heatshrink tubing around the soldering points, they were touching, causing it to short out. I feel like an idiot.....

 

[jakestolar]

HEY OHHH Good on ya brother! happy ridding tomorrow!