simplest way to wire a Taurus fan?

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  1. sam03rc

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    How can I test the fan to see how many amps are drawn? Thanks frank 30 amp I know is at advance
     
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    you can buy a cheap ammeter (dash mounted style) and hook the fan up with a jumper wire to see the initial spike and constant draw. It's not as accurate as the inductive type used with a DVOM, but it will get you in the ball park.

    I know many people are using fuses, but on fans, I prefer cycling circuit breakers of the calculated rating you need.
     
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    I found when I tested my Taurus fan the difference in system voltage between just the battery and having the alternator running made a difference of about 5 amps.
     
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    Me too...:yup:
     
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    Thanks for the link to the best source I've seen for automotive electrical things. Wish I had known about it sooner I could have saved some $$$$.

     

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