Looking for a Fuse Box / Relay Block

[Stang70Fastback]

Hoping someone can help me out here. Let me start out by showing you an example of what I'm looking for, rather than trying to explain it.

https://www.amazon.com/OLS-12-Slot-R.../dp/B072KJNPHJ

I'm working on some projects, and want to consolidate my wiring. I've already built a switch panel, and the above is what I am looking to put into my engine bay. My switch panel has four switches. Each one would trigger a different relay. The item linked above is neat because it can house all four relays (it can hold six, but I only need four) along with the four fuses I would also want installed.

However, I have two issues with the above item. First, it's crazy cheap, which has me worried about quality. I wouldn't mind something a bit more... quality... and better resistant to moisture and whatnot. Second, and more importantly, it's basically just a plastic chassis, but there is no common rail for me to feed power in and out, meaning I'd still have to merge a bunch of wires together underneath, where all the pins come out.

So my question: Does anyone know of a product similar to this one, that could house four relays and fuses, but perhaps a bit higher quality that includes common points for power and ground to keep the wiring simpler and neater?

The alternative is for me to do one of these...

https://www.amazon.com/Liteway-4-Cir.../dp/B072Q3GLVJ

...in conjunction with one of these...

https://www.amazon.com/HELLA-H849880.../dp/B000VU5IZG

...but that's messier than what I want.

Thanks in advance!

[Mazikowski]

If you can't find something with a common rail, you could still wire it up fairly cleanly by chaining the common pins kind of like the last this

[Stang70Fastback]

Originally Posted by Mazikowski

If you can't find something with a common rail, you could still wire it up fairly cleanly by chaining the common pins kind of like the last this

That's what I would end up doing. Just daisy-chaining everything. Just trying to avoid it if there I something neater available that has all that stuff pre-wired internally.

[Stang70Fastback]

Well after a lot of searching, I found exactly what I was looking for. A bit expensive ($125) but looks to be well worth it based on the YouTube review I watched.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Universal-W...d/323066722854

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2IRULZG6bMU"]Off Road Relay Box for Lighting and accessories review!! - YouTube[/ame]

[Mazikowski]

If you don't mind doing the assembly yourself (crimping the wires and such) You can get that box for about $30 here: https://www.waytekwire.com/item/46343/

[Stang70Fastback]

Originally Posted by Mazikowski

If you don't mind doing the assembly yourself (crimping the wires and such) You can get that box for about $30 here: https://www.waytekwire.com/item/46343/

I'm thinking about doing that, but honestly this guys work is so great that I wouldn't mind paying. Did you see the wiring job underneath?! It's like a work of art!

[Stang70Fastback]

Originally Posted by Mazikowski

If you don't mind doing the assembly yourself (crimping the wires and such) You can get that box for about $30 here: https://www.waytekwire.com/item/46343/

How much do you know about doing this kind of work? I'm thinking I actually do want to do it myself, but it looks like I need to acquire a lot of things in advance, and I'm hoping someone who knows more than I do can help me sort out the list of things I would need.

[Mazikowski]

Originally Posted by Stang70Fastback

How much do you know about doing this kind of work? I'm thinking I actually do want to do it myself, but it looks like I need to acquire a lot of things in advance, and I'm hoping someone who knows more than I do can help me sort out the list of things I would need.

Just wire, crimpers, ends and the little rubber seals (if they aren't included with the box).

Plan and measure your wire runs.
Cut the wire appropriately.
Slide the seal over.
Crimp the end.
Insert into the box and make sure the seal goes in right.

If you want to dress it up you can get some heat shrink and wire wrap.

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[Stang70Fastback]

Originally Posted by Mazikowski

Just wire, crimpers, ends and the little rubber seals (if they aren't included with the box).

Plan and measure your wire runs.
Cut the wire appropriately.
Slide the seal over.
Crimp the end.
Insert into the box and make sure the seal goes in right.

If you want to dress it up you can get some heat shrink and wire wrap.

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That's basically what I figured. I just know there are a lot of different types of each of those. I'm planning on sitting down and drawing out some diagrams and such. Once I'm done, can I tag you with my results, along with the specific items I intend to order, and have you take a glance over them to see if anything seems wrong to you?

[Mazikowski]

Originally Posted by Stang70Fastback

That's basically what I figured. I just know there are a lot of different types of each of those. I'm planning on sitting down and drawing out some diagrams and such. Once I'm done, can I tag you with my results, along with the specific items I intend to order, and have you take a glance over them to see if anything seems wrong to you?

Sure. You're probably going to want 16-18ga wire then whatever the appropriate ends are for that box.

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[Stang70Fastback]

Originally Posted by Mazikowski

Sure. You're probably going to want 16-18ga wire then whatever the appropriate ends are for that box.

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Alright, I hope this isn't too much, but I would really appreciate if you could take a look at the diagram I've drawn up, and then glance at this list of items to purchase and tell me if you notice anything obvious. My biggest concern is making sure I'm getting the proper compatible parts.

Many thanks in advance!!!

ITEM LIST

RELAY/FUSE BOX
https://www.waytekwire.com/item/46343/

280 RELAYS (SPST, 35V)
https://www.waytekwire.com/item/75730/

280 RELAY (SPDT, 35V)
https://www.waytekwire.com/item/75735/

VARIOUS MINI FUSES
https://www.waytekwire.com/item/46263/

CRIMP TOOL
https://www.waytekwire.com/item/533/

TERMINALS (18-16)
https://www.waytekwire.com/item/30069/

TERMINALS (16-14)
https://www.waytekwire.com/item/31068/

TERMINALS (14-12)
https://www.waytekwire.com/item/31069/

CABLE SEALS (20-18)
https://www.waytekwire.com/item/39000/

CABLE SEALS (16)
https://www.waytekwire.com/item/39001/

CABLE SEALS (14)
https://www.waytekwire.com/item/39002/

CAVITY PLUGS
https://www.waytekwire.com/item/39010/

...and then obviously a bunch of SXL wire in various sizes, and whatever sheaths and quick disconnect connectors I want to use to make it all work.

Does this seem like a good start?

[Mazikowski]

Since I'm not sure exactly what you're trying to do I can't say for sure but it looks like you've got the right idea...

[Stang70Fastback]

Originally Posted by Mazikowski

Since I'm not sure exactly what you're trying to do I can't say for sure but it looks like you've got the right idea...

Lol good enough for me. I'm more hoping I'm ordering matching parts lol.

[Mazikowski]

Considering that's the type of terminal listed under "related items" for that box, I'd wager that you are.