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Subject:Re: wire size for headlight circuit
From:marcus
Date:Mon, 18 May 1998 11:12:03 -0700

Wire size is 8?? Must be a typo. My 4ton home AC uses 8 gauge. 12 gauge is fine
for your project

Mark McCulley wrote:

> OK, I've decided to run a dedicated, relay-switched +12V line to power my
> headlights and fog lights. My questions is what gauge wire should I use?
> I've got some 8 gauge--that should handle it right? I believe it's rated at
> 40 amps--that would handle up to 480 watts of lighting. Comments?
>
> Mark McCulley

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