Cokekid Posted June 7, 2022 Share Posted June 7, 2022 I bought a 1 /1/4" #10 fuse and when I tried to install the fuse in it's original holder I was unable to close the holder together. The fuse sticks out about a 1/4 inch. I sprayed inside the holder thinking that the spring maybe frozen but that didn't work. Is there suppose to be a smaller size for this fuse.? Gerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abelincoln Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 Looks like you have upgraded a couple wires already. Perhaps its time to get a new auto parts store fuse holder? Worn or poor wires are a frequent OD headache. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cokekid Posted June 9, 2022 Author Share Posted June 9, 2022 abelincon The fuse holder has always been there. I guess it's time to change to a new holder so the fuse will fit. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19tom40 Posted June 9, 2022 Share Posted June 9, 2022 (edited) Have you looked inside the holder to see if there is an obstruction, like the cardboard liner being crumpled? The fuse should be an AGC20. rated at 20 amps. Edited June 9, 2022 by 19tom40 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cokekid Posted June 12, 2022 Author Share Posted June 12, 2022 19tom40 I looked inside the holder and as you stated and there was a piece of cardboard stuck inside. Removed the piece and the fuse went in. Thanks Gerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
19tom40 Posted June 12, 2022 Share Posted June 12, 2022 The fuse ends must be insulated from the metal case. If they are not, the case of the fuse holder will be electrically energized and could start a fire. Originally there was a cardboard tube that went around the fuse to isolate it from the case. If you do not have that tube, cut a piece of shrink tubing just long enough to cover the sides of the fuse and heat it enough to keep it in place Then install the fuse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L.E.Butcher Posted September 27, 2023 Share Posted September 27, 2023 Gerry, I have some information for you that you requested. "E" mail me at larry1938zephyr@gmail.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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