Mikes91
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As you know, I'm working on adding a distribution box with independent fuses for the aftermarket accessories on my truck. I've already run some wire from gauges, and intend to run other wire soon.
I don't like the thought of individual wires running free along/under my truck, so intend to put the wires into split flex tubing to protect them.
Was wondering if it is standard practice to run the positive wires and ground wires through the same piece of flex tubing. I ask this with the thought that several years of rubbing might cause the insulation on the wires to wear through leading to a short circuit.
Am I overly concerned about this? Perhaps in practice the wires won't rub through, particularly since they're surrounded by flex tubing (after all, the factory wiring isn't shorted after 15+ years of use). Since the circuits will be fused a short shouldn't be too big a deal... Just want to know what is accepted practice so I can do the job right.
Thank you,
Mike
I don't like the thought of individual wires running free along/under my truck, so intend to put the wires into split flex tubing to protect them.
Was wondering if it is standard practice to run the positive wires and ground wires through the same piece of flex tubing. I ask this with the thought that several years of rubbing might cause the insulation on the wires to wear through leading to a short circuit.
Am I overly concerned about this? Perhaps in practice the wires won't rub through, particularly since they're surrounded by flex tubing (after all, the factory wiring isn't shorted after 15+ years of use). Since the circuits will be fused a short shouldn't be too big a deal... Just want to know what is accepted practice so I can do the job right.
Thank you,
Mike