How to hardwire 12 volt car accessory without cigarette plug

[@JuanPerez-yy5hr]

Nice man great product

[@Lesscoelectronics]

thanks

[@RobertCavazos-h9i]

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[@con_ed7960]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO!!!!!!!! I have struggled for 2 days with multiple hard wire kits for my Wolfbox Mirror Backup Camera/Dashcam. I watched dozens and dozens of video tutorials on how to install and think it may be a voltage issue with my truck or just user error in working with fuse taps, BECASUE THE UNIT WORKS JUST FINE WHEN I PLUG IN THE CIGARETTE LIGHTER ADAPATER, so for $ 10.00, instead of paying 1 hour of labor at an automotive business (I was done trying to figure out myself and thought I'd pay the hour rate, like 179.00 to have an installer do) this worked perfectly. It would have been a shame too, because I pretty much did all the work, set up ground, had all the equipment routed, etc, to pay someone for something that would take them 5 minutes to figure out. THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@annalmazan9029]

Ok video. I wish you had actually showed where you found and connected to the fuse box. Because yes some of us are too dumb, so we need EVERY step by step.

[@littlemenace9382]

Find a blank fuse spot, turn key on, get test light thingy and test it etc...

[@lordkayx]

Fuse boxes are different on every model anyhow so it would not of helped, you have to look up where it is, which is easy on google. and sometimes the fuses are different sizes. and dont EVER call yourself dumb. dumb people dont seek out knowledge, and dont ask questions.

[@ronlheureux7623]

@@lordkayx Be very carful searching out your fuse box on google. There are always several shown that isn't the correct one. compare the results with a look at your car's fuse box. Keep in mind that cars with more modern electronic accessories and features often have more than one fuse box. My 2006 Cadillac CTS has 3 of them. One under the hood and two under the back seat cushion. If you have the owner's manual, this will be shown, along with the location(s).

[@lordkayx]

@@ronlheureux7623 Very good advice, Im 35 and got my first ride (bronco 1990) in 2000. It , and all my cars since have had one fuse box inside the cabin for the cabin accessories and a second, and as you said even a 3rd, under the hood. For things like engine sensors and not cabin related or controlled stuff. If I am not mistaken, some of those engine fuses can act like a capacitor, which means they can shock you real bad even if the car has been off for a day and the battery is unplugged.

[@djxeroic1436]

None of the PA system install videos on YT show this step and Im absolutely fuming because that's the only thing I need to know

[@kdrapertrucker]

Just get an add a circuit adaptor, it plugs into your fuse panel like a fuse holds 2 fuses, one for what was originally in the slot and one for the new circuit.

[@MosesMLam]

simple. to the point. works. 5 years old but still one of the best out there. thanks.

[@colombowest]

Would like to see the whole process in action including the one you talk about using the not hot side.

[@register1430]

I was going to hard wire it the hard way until I saw this - perfect solution. Great idea.

[@grilledchickenwrap]

Can you just bust open the accessory plug and just take the red and black cable and tap it to accessory wire ? Bypassing the cigarette socket and plug all together ?

[@DaxsDad]

Yes

[@krisc6012]

Thank you so much for the concise informative video. Seriously, I've been watching videos for 2 days trying to install a dual 12v power outlet in my 92 toyota pickup. You just made my life so much easier. Im now a sub!

[@tobeforgottenisworsethande8995]

Yeah. I've been watching videos for days. Good thing my Subaru is already falling apart

[@singamajigy]

Does it have the 22re?

[@brianfentress6203]

DUDE! I’ve been searching EVERYWHERE for a solution like this! Thank you!

[@Lesscoelectronics]

No problem

[@soniromanov]

I'm working on my project car, and I've come to a point where I want to start changing electronics. This is the second video from your channel I've come across with stuff I need in less than hour. Haven't subscribed this fast before.

[@babybugspaw7085]

Great to know.. thank you.. But,, Why wouldn’t want to wire straight to your battery if you have a fuse in between?

[@brianchreitzberg2031]

Thanks for the video. Quick question. What’s the sleeve you put on the one side of the fuse to extend up? TIA

[@austin508]

for real. it's such a critical component that he left completely unexplained.

[@paddleHI808]

Just bought the same mirror n searched KZbin to delete the plug n your video came up. PERFECT! Thanks bradda

[@Hellamoody]

I've been scouring youtube for a simple explanation like this, thank you!!! No other videos could answer for me where my black/negative wire would go, now I get it's just to be grounded to a car chassis bolt.

[@PeterMaddison2483]

They both need to go to the battery as, what if you rigged up your homebase to run off a battery instead of mains, you would need to connect both wires to the battery.

[@philkingmke]

Yeah, chassis or the negative terminal on your battery. Either work just fine. Battery is always preferred but most people don't want to run it all the way through the firewall to the battery.

[@ericvannatter9114]

Fantastic easy straight to the point no intro bs no bs during. Awesome

[@andiharper4498]

Hi, will connecting to the Accessory power supply operate the Parking and Monitoring Detection on your dashcam? Surely the dashcam will only operate when the ignition is switched on? Regards

[@dreamingcode]

I absolutely learned something from this video. I'm new to working on cars and this was super helpful!

[@faronsquare4911]

Awesome video Sir, just wondering what was the little "chingas" do-hickey, that you put on the fuse and plugged into? Thank you!👍

[@Lesscoelectronics]

thats a fuse tap

[@muf]

What do you call the copper plate/brace that you attached to the fuse?

[@Lesscoelectronics]

that is a fuse tap

[@americansmark]

Nice idea. I have a dashcam that they dont make a hardwire kit for anymore and I was going to cut the 12v end off and wire it off that, but uaing a cheap 12v splitter is a much better method for preserving the plug. My CB and radar detector are both hardwired in, but not the stupid camera. Been driving me crazy.

[@harley196946]

I was told not use a fuse tap or add circuit to a existing fuse? This was by an ASE mechanic the wire will get hot....please reply back thx

[@abdullahal-shimri3091]

Great video! I used your video to teach myself how to hardwire interior LEDs for my truck.

[@Angel-xe2de]

This is the best video I’ve seen in the matter. However from what I know about electrical. There’s no protection in the circuit since you’re only using one side of your fuse. It’s not going through the breakable part. Luckily for my 87 Dakota with crank windows. My power window fuse holder has the female terminal only on ONE side not both. So I can get away with sticking my fuse in the power window switch and putting your little grabber piece on the opposite side without risk of running it towards the battery. Bc there’s no female connector on that side. Thus I’m using the fuse as simply a fuse and not just an Adapter. For those who don’t have this little convenience I would stick a fuse IN LINE of your power side so you don’t cause a fire. I’m no expert but a fuse is just a fundamental. Correct me if I’m wrong I just don’t see a fuse being used to it’s full extent and purpose here. Still a very helpful video so thank you

[@koosmyk8558]

So...what do you do with the ground wire? Run it to the battery ground or to a ground location near the fuse box?

[@bcrobins1]

It would be nice if this point was explained!

[@billbobaggins7617]

What happens if you just cut the cigarette lighter part off and just use the hot and ground? What does the connector do

[@tennnis498]

I think he’s trying to sell the sockets…because that makes no sense unless you don’t have enough wire for the length required.

[@jamesselback8691]

This would work amazing if my car had those style of fuses, ive got an older volvo 240 with cylinder type fuses

[@bb-wk3dm]

What was that little piece he stuck in the fuse to attach the female adaptor wire to?

[@fuckgoogle4712]

ATO fuse tap.

[@malmansoori2384]

MAN!!!!!!! THIS IS SO CLEVER! I LOVE THAT GENIUS!!!!!!!!

[@armandocampos8502]

Would i repeat this method if i wanted to hot wire my dash cam so i can utilize the park/motion antitheft system

[@secondmanup]

What is the name of the connector that suddenly appears in his hand that connects to the fuse? That’s where I’m stuck.

[@zivnelson-shore8103]

Just making sure--that means that the device will still have power, even if the car ignition is off, correct?

[@Lesscoelectronics]

depends on where you connect the power from, it can be either

[@fenderstratguy]

Totally agree with not using that plug in your cigarette lighter port. As you say, "Who wants to see that thing?" I'd want to hide those wires, like you did. Respect

[@michellewilson1657]

"find any accessory circut that works by accessory" I'm lost on that statement. Is that equivalent to 'find the fuse in the fuse box that powers your accessory charger / 12v'? Can I just pick any fuse? Like specifically one that a higher ampage bc Im trying to hardwire power inverter that keeps blowing accessory line (despite being made for 12v)

[@viewer2325]

what is the little copper wire you used to extend the fuse called, I have never seen one before. I think that would work for one of my projects. I did look over your eBay and Amazon stores but did not see them.

[@viewer2325]

i want to know too

[@starlinksrecordsslr9697]

Hey, very informative video. What is the name of the pin you hooked on the fuse?

[@Lesscoelectronics]

it is a fuse tap

[@ShuffleInMotion]

How would I hot wire/hard wire a normal wall socket plug into my car? My cigarrete lighter does not work and I cannot get it to work at all. Any input is much appreciated.

[@SquawkTradeFX]

Great video. Do you have a video on how to connect a 3 prong 110v to a 12v battery? I have a water pump for my garden that I’d like to connect to a 12v.

[@josh8484]

will it matter what fuse i use aslong as it has 12v when ACC is turned on? like will it interfere with whatever that fuse is supposed to be doing?

[@bluemoon3351]

Ive watched 100 of these on this subject....this is the best one yet! Thx

[@sportsgo22]

Where do the the black wire go , that one with a circle ⭕️ ring . Am connecting am led lights on the fuse box ?

[@altpath]

Very useful information. Ive always wondered how they do that.

[@mcluvinole9098]

Where can those male terminals be found? The one that goes into the female terminal you just crimped? Thanks for the feedback.

[@Lesscoelectronics]

fuse taps are on ebay

[@CameronDC-Grimes]

Hey man, what's the female fuse connector that you used. I need to get those, have no clue what it's called. You said the other was a terminal connector right. The terminal connector goes to the battery right? Sorry I'm no electrician and just need to install a 12v/USB port to my car which doesn't work. I need a dash cam and a phone charger for GPS

[@PeterMaddison2483]

I just bought a CB (UK) 'Midland M20' and it already has wires (Plus Fuse) coming from it so we can wire them straight to a car battery no fuss.

[@bucky5869]

I was going to do a flush mount socket on one of the dashboard surfaces but this makes it so it can be concealed completely. I added a flush mount to my work van as a dedicated accessory socket for my power inverter and it works great and looks like it was stock from the factory. I went to do the same for my personal vehicle installing a similar dashcam setup but this makes more sense. Especially since my expedition does not have any surfaces that lends itself to this type of modification. Thanks for the save there. Keep up the good work.

[@floridaredneck]

I want to do this because my dash cam is already there and I could rip out the wire and fish a new cord with a USB instead of the 12V plug is already has, but this would be easier and would free up my 12V plug for USBs converter. I hope they phase out these car charger-style cords. If the "C" connectors work for phones and laptops (and now iPhones), I don't see why they aren't changing these dash cams (and other devices) over also. You don't need the 12V part when you download the contents from my cam, so I shouldn't need one for the car either. I've tested it and it works fine with the USB, but since it's already set up, I'm going with the fuse box alternative.

[@FloridaVibes321]

What if I want to bypass all the bulky hardware and just extend the wires directly from the product? Also would an inline fuse be better than using the accessory slot?

[@jonnnn4895]

For some reason it didn’t work when I tried that

[@dunnbizzy79]

Was thinking the same thing

[@ayeshaasif8343]

This video came infront like miracle. The way you explained 🔥🔥🔥🔥. You are the KING of 12v wires 🫡🫡

[@ericb3061]

How do you lay out and set up video cameras for turning signals

[@YT-glockstreamer]

Ok I'm trying to figure out sumthing on my car I recently order some halo lights right for my 2006 dodge charger but my battery is in the back what do I do

[@r1se707]

Is it possible to hardwire an aux cord to one of the old stereos?

[@aceforever001]

I bought a 12v harness with a built-in fuse, do I still need to wire into the female end, or would the male end be fine at that point?

[@Lesscoelectronics]

Hard to envision what youre saying, show me a photo at: [e-mail]

[@joseruvalcaba7824]

Nice thanks finally found out how to wire in aftermarket lights the right way

[@bricktothehead]

Thank you for the video. 3:25, Eventhough I watched this part few times IM still unsure of the two metal pieces. Are the two metal pieces included a kit or something?

[@Lesscoelectronics]

thats a fuse tap I used

[@clarityofthought]

I dont understand how you connect it to your car battery though? All im trying to do is install a 12v camper shell fan

[@ctbsquad9422]

Big help watching this video and I’m sure I’ll have to watch it again when I can get back to my project.

[@richroc7]

What’s the name of the little copper clip part that you placed over the fuse?

[@tomherne7189]

Ivegot a 2007dodge magnum sxt need to get out if my yard no transpounder key need to crank how do i get it to run

[@trevey16]

Ima add this to my Benz SClass, which fuse am I lookin for in the fuse box?

[@Lesscoelectronics]

Any free accessory circuit, look in your owners manual

[@SpekterTP]

in 3:07 which you said that it should be used in the side that is not hot, does that mean i should insert it on the negative side on the fuse?

[@rondalyon5011]

Ok so call me ignorant but what do hook ground wire to after u put ring terminal on the ground wire?

[@Lmiller201]

Any metal that attaches to the chassis

[@jamesdrummond348]

What is the name of the copper conductor that goes around the fuse? Are they available on Amazon?

[@kickflipssavelives]

That would be a fuse tap.

[@texasknowhow3143]

Conduct-Tite ATO Fuse Tap

[@koalafan1576]

I have my dash cam ran directly to the battery so that when my truck is off it still has power and if someone hits me while park the dash cam comes on and records them. Since I turn my dash cam off when I’m not in the truck it draws no power or very little. Any used power while I’m parked will recharge while driving per the alternator. But to say never ever tie directly or the battery is not true. Many things go directly to the battery.

[@brandonstill7229]

What is the part called that you put on the fuse ? I want to order one. The part that the female terminal goes on. Thanks

[@uccoffee]

what do I have to do with the ground bit ?

[@jameslynch3698]

This guy knows what he is talking about...Finally

[@jimwolf3786]

How would I install this to the reverse lights (at the fuse box, not at the actual reverse light ) of a 2003 Chevy Tahoe for a backup camera so the camera only comes on in reverse?

[@JimTMcDaniels1]

Great video! I'd say be sure to secure the plugs together well so they don't come apart from vibration so I'm putting tape around mine. Also be sure to label the outside that there is a fuse inside the male plug's nose for any future trouble shooting if there is no power!

[@tennnis498]

I wonder why he did not just cut the connectors off altogether and run the wire from there…

[@nolimit6998]

Great. So simple and genius. He’s right. 2020. Everything wants to use your cig lighter. Also want clean look as well.

[@Lesscoelectronics]

Exactly!

[@lruiz326]

So I have a 1976 Lincoln and really NEED a backup camera. How do I tap into an OG glass tube fuse?

[@peterd.michael6687]

Great video! I just have a few questions: * Where do you get the fuse taps? (Home Depot does not have them) * My cig lighter was operating off a 15A fuse...should I use a 15? * Does the ground need to be attached anywhere?...Or, is it ok with the metal attachment that you used? Thanks very much for your time. I hope to hear back from you soon! PDM

[@scarletstreetmedia1897]

Ground needs to be attached to a bare metal surface, just having the ring connector on the end is not going to provide ground...

[@phcoetzee]

I had an almost identical Dashcam and also wanted to hotwire the damn thing so I cutted off that stepdown transformer plug and hotwire the dashcam wires straight to my 12v power supply. It blew the dashcam the moment I switched the ignition on. I had to order another dashcam and wired it properly like you. Its still lasting till this day. Thanks for this informative videos. Subscribed.

[@blueridgepics]

I just bought three devices that all use the cigarette lighter plug. Can I run the three to the same fuse? What do I need to check for? ...thank you!!!

[@ScientistPrepper]

thank you. thanks for the point about which end of the fuse to stick the fitting into!

[@Lesscoelectronics]

Glad it helped!

[@rupture6785]

Where would I put the ground? By any chance is there usually one in the fuse compartment?

[@Lesscoelectronics]

any of the body's chassis metal will do

[@ShipsoftheOceans]

What area of the ground on the car does it connect to?

[@Lesscoelectronics]

A factory ground bolt is usually best, but if not a clean area of metal of the vehicle chassis will suffice.

[@tomcriscuolo]

Hey which attachment piece did you use to insert into the fuse box

[@Lesscoelectronics]

its a fuse tap

[@christuttle2073]

What was that flat little piece of steel you put on the fuse?

[@Lesscoelectronics]

that was a fuse tap

[@bookieyadigg]

how would i go abouts adding a toggle switch to this type of set up. im going to be doing the fiber optic star ceiling. and i only want it on when i flip the switch i dont want it coming on whenever the car gets turned on. thanks. good vid.

[@Lesscoelectronics]

If you were to do it exactly as I did you can interrupt the red lead on my adapter and place a toggle switch in between there and you got it.

[@bookieyadigg]

Badass thank you!!

[@donovanvasquez5807]

Why can’t you just cut off the accessory connector on the dash cam and connect that to the fuse? Serious question because I’m doing something similar with a house home wall socket charger for my phone.

[@Lesscoelectronics]

The reason is because there are often times electronics in the plug connector that are vital to the operation of the accessory. For instance mine has a step down converter that changed the voltage from 12 to 5 volts

[@SirWulfrick]

Ironically I just installed that exact mirror this morning and found this video when searching how to hardwire it.

[@kleineegyptenaar2558]

Sir what is the name of that mini piece you put on the fuse to conect the female on

[@Lesscoelectronics]

it's a fuse tap

[@josealonso6568]

Is that brass color metal piece that goes in one leg of the spade fuse have a name?

[@johndrennen8342]

So is there a reason why you chose to not explain what most would consider to be the most vital part needed for this, ie: the fuse tap???

[@Lesscoelectronics]

I cant remember everything, sorry!

[@dustinplee5067]

Can I cut the end of a wall strip and put a usb and plug it in to a portable generator

[@Lesscoelectronics]

no. the wall strip is made for 120v ac and the usb is 5v dc

[@mrchefmatty1948]

Could you hard wire it from the original plug?

[@rileyheidenthal8199]

yeah just cut the original wire then you don't need that bulky adapter

[@timothywolfe2369]

Likely not because the bulky adapter has a voltage converter inside

[@jonnnn4895]

@@timothywolfe2369 that is true I hard wired it and it didn’t power on at all when I wired the plug back on it powered on

[@hank1527]

good video. my only question is why keep the cigarette plug for? just cut at the plug and run directly to the power.

[@cmill8465]

3:42

[@Kevin2341]

He makes a valid point about how your accessory may have some power transformation stuff (like a 12V to 5V circuit) inside of it. You don't want to overpower your device or else you're going to release the magic smoke.

[@clarkescustomcreations]

The only thing in that cig light adapter is a fuse chop the ghastly thing off an put an inline fuse on the power wire

[@Kevin2341]

@@clarkescustomcreations Go take a voltmeter to your cigarette lighter and to bare metal on your car and you're going to see battery voltage. The standard for USB is 5V. I can guarantee you that if you have a cell phone charger in your car that it is not charging your phone with 12-14V. Furthermore, if you feel the adapter and it's warm, that means something is consuming power (something that steps down the voltage in the case of a USB device) which means it's not a passive device with nothing but an adapter and a fuse.

[@Cornfed_Off-road]

Why not cut the plug off the accessories and eliminate plug connection that is bound to fail and wiggle loose?

[@ja7589]

Can you just cut your original cord before the cigarette plug in, split the hot and ground, and plug the ground into the fuse box like you showed

[@markw.4679]

SIMPLE!!!! Both explained and the solution!!! 🖖🇺🇦🙏

[@blascastro4576]

Ok I got a question. How would I wire it to my trunk and for the light to only switch on when I open the trunk? Or is the switch my only option

[@blascastro4576]

I have a 2001 ford focus zx3

[@DaxsDad]

It's called a kill switch,or deadmans switch, basically it's a switch that is only on when not bing pressed (kind of like the opposite of a regular switch). Place it in the in between the power source and the light on the red power wire.

[@ethanwomack6440]

Hi I got a question about my cigarette lighter in my car. My car cigarette lighter is always on even tho the car is off, so is there anyway I can change it to only be powered on when the car is just on

[@scottforsyth2526]

Hi. Great idea but.....still relying on the normal 12 volt plug/socket, which I find to be really unreliable. Any other ideas?

[@ALWOOD_USA]

Cut it off and then connect straight to source.

[@mariuspoparascu1822]

Do you also need a new resistor or is it fine to wire it to to the already existing 12V ACC cable?

[@HB-yq8gy]

Beautiful thank you great video learn a lot. The cigarette lighter adapters loose their connection & always gotta move around a little to get power. Any way to eliminate this problem?

[@mohammedyousufahmed7503]

Hi whats the gold thing called that you put over the fuse?

[@Lesscoelectronics]

it's a fuse tap

[@flamecrow]

How many items can I connect to the same fuse? Say the dash cam, led lights, etc. would that be a problem? Or should I find another fuse to use? There’s so many!

[@Lesscoelectronics]

it's just math and wire gauges that matter to wire safely. Use Ohms law and kirschoffs voltage law as explained here: www.thoughtco.com/kirchhoffs-laws-for-current-and-voltage-2698910

[@joelsch8627]

ok video..i see where you get the 12volts through an accessory fuse, but where do you get the little jumper you use? you glossed right by that? and where do you put the ground? just find some screw under the dash? help!

[@Lesscoelectronics]

that part I used is called a fuse tap, theyre at just about any auto parts store's electrical dept. and ground can be any location you find it to be solid and convenient nearby. the shorter the better though..

[@mattl640]

2:45 what is that adapter called that is in your left hand. The one you slide on the fuse plug

[@jasalvatorekestrazzanti2715]

Micro fuse? Lol sorry I'm not sure

[@MatthewLwin]

Instead of using the fuse, can I hotwire directly to the cig lighter wire?

[@Lesscoelectronics]

thats ok too.