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Forum: Modifications and Alterations 10-21-2021, 10:31 AM
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Posted By Vermilye
Because a typical fault would be the hot wire...

Because a typical fault would be the hot wire wearing through the insulation & shorting to the jack or trailer frame. Since this is before the breaker in the jack, the breaker would not trip.
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 10-20-2021, 01:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,259
Posted By Vermilye
No, I'd just increase the run to the switch. ...

No, I'd just increase the run to the switch. While the trailer's brake wiring is undersized, it is outside the trailer. I would prefer any melted insulation too be outside...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 10-20-2021, 12:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,259
Posted By Vermilye
Fusing the breakaway wiring is a tough decision. ...

Fusing the breakaway wiring is a tough decision. Open circuit faults often are caused by fuse holders & connections. Eliminating them improves safety as far as having the breakaway switch doing its...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 10-20-2021, 11:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,259
Posted By Vermilye
I think any of the options would work as long as...

I think any of the options would work as long as you fuse to protect the wire (and use adequate wire size for the tongue jack draw.

Speaking (well, typing) of fusing, I would not be comfortable...
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