Fuse block replacement

[Opelmel]

Has anyone ever come up with an off-the-shelf replacement fuse block for a GT? I'd love to upgrade to modern fuses, but the only mention that I can find on the site (yes, I searched!) was a full EZ-wire harness. I'd just like to replace only the fuse block itself.

[BQS4]

As for "off-the-shelf", you can use probably most anything you imagination and enginuity will allow. Ron did a circuit breaker (ala military) type on "Willit". There's pics of it in his blog.

[guyopel]

You can find 8 or 10 circuit fuse blocks that you make up to your own needs in most of the hot rod catalogs ....Summit Racing ..Etc. HTH
John

[blancojp]

Originally Posted by Opelmel Has anyone ever come up with an off-the-shelf replacement fuse block for a GT? I'd love to upgrade to modern fuses, but the only mention that I can find on the site (yes, I searched!) was a full EZ-wire harness. I'd just like to replace only the fuse block itself.

There are no off the shelf direct wiring solutions for the Opel. There is however a fuse block which is very close and can be used to replace the existing bayonette style unit. We use these units all of the time and they have always performed well.

Kwik Wire ~ Add On Fuse Blocks

I hope this answers your question.

[opelwasp]

Originally Posted by blancojp There are no off the shelf direct wiring solutions for the Opel. There is however a fuse block which is very close and can be used to replace the existing bayonette style unit. We use these units all of the time and they have always performed well. Kwik Wire ~ Add On Fuse Blocks I hope this answers your question.

So this unit integrates well with the opel wiring? What modifications did you have to do to get it to swap in?

[Opelmel]

Yes, details please. Inquiring minds want to know!

[blancojp]

Originally Posted by opelwasp So this unit integrates well with the opel wiring? What modifications did you have to do to get it to swap in?

To install this block is very simple and should be done slowly and systematically over a weekend. This job is not for the novice since you have to make decissions which the safety of your car depens on them.

We do it in a very simple way which has proven itself over the years. You will need a good up to date electrical schematic for the vehicle and start by labeling each conductor that reaches a post on the old fuse block. We then disconect and remove the old fuse box, clean the area and mount the new fuse box in place. The new unit has individual terminals which are labeled so matching the old and the new connections should be very simple and straight forward.

The problem comes when you end up with several conductors which used to go to the steering and dash assemblies connectors. This is the time consumming part, you will need to identify the individual conductors and find a new connecting point for each one. Take your time, double check each connection until they are all done.

I have been wanting to re-work the original Opel Electrical schematics with a fuse panel like this one. Time has always been the problem.

[MonkeyNutZ]

What about one of the kits from painless?
Painless Performance: The Official Home Page For The Best In Automotive and Diesel Performance Products

My only worries would be with the dash wiring.

[mc1457]

I'm planning on rewiring my car either with Painless or American Autowire. Anyone have any experience one way or the other?

[blancojp]

Originally Posted by mc1457 I'm planning on rewiring my car either with Painless or American Autowire. Anyone have any experience one way or the other?

We have used them both with good results, to us a fuse block is just a fuse block.