Secured Fuse

[pdib]

I'm using a 15A fuse because that's what I had from previous tests. In my REO I use ONLY A 10A RED FUSE. Don't use a 15A fuse. The ones I have are minis, and wouldn't work for demonstration purposes.

DON'T DO THIS. IT IS DANGEROUS!

In any case, as some people are apparently trying something similar, I thought I would propose a more secure version for those crazies who are bound to injure themselves with this nonsense. Really, don't do this.

I clipped off and filed smooth the unnecessary leg. I drilled through the same leg's base with a 1/16" drill bit, and "countersunk" the plastic sleeve with a 7/64" bit. The hole is located exactly where the casing is dimpled and the fuse shaft is perforated (see pic 3 for reference). The same screw as holds the spring will work; however, something a tad longer is very much preferable. The back (spine) of the fuse is wedged against the back edge and bottom of the mod, providing tension to help the screw hold fast.

Be cautious: check that the fuse remains secure. When replacing batteries, check that the fuse is snugly held in place. But most of all, don't do this.














heh, heh.

 

[Vapeaddikt]

I love it man. Nice work

 

[azzaman]

I can honestly say, I'm never going to do this.

But it's interesting to see others do it.

 

[Treebeard]

Cool beans! My stock spring screw was too short to reach even after grinding down the plastic a little. Gotta get a longer screw. Or, maybe I'll wait for Rob's kit.....which ever comes first.

 

[Reamer]

Wow, looks great, I'm really enjoying seeing these recent developments. Maybe some day I'll give it a try, but I'd rather wait and see what Rob has in store for us before I start messing with mine.

 

[pdib]

Waiting to see what Rob has in store is most definitely the best approach. Most of the posts/mods I've made recently have been strictly to address the concerns of others about still other others. Just neutering a cat that's already out of the bag.