Power to Cigarette Lighter

[bbade]

Hey guys I am in the process of relocating my Power FC Commander. I am using the cigarette lighter to hold the Commander. I am unsure of how the cigarette lighter actually gets power, does it need the physical lighter part to complete the circuit? I just want to take the necessary precautions so that it doesn't accidentally heat up and start a fire. Also is there a fuse I can pull that controls only the cigarette lighter.

Thanks in advance guys.

[Twins]

i'm sure you can unplug from the back of it

[SLOASFK]

to unplug it, your best bet would be to remove the gauge cluster, good, cover, etc. It's only 2 screws and it pulls out pretty easy. from there, it's just a plug in the back. It needs a piece of metal touching the back and the sides in order to complete the circuit, but to be safe, I'd unplug it too.

[bbade]

Alright thanks guys, I suppose I'll try and just disconnect it. I know that there is no way for a wood dowel to complete a circuit, but i'd rather be safe :)

[0110-M-P]

I'm guessing you are going to mount it like I have mounted mine (using a power adapter plug)...so if you are, just buy a power adapter plug that uses a fuse in it...remove the fuse and you are set.

http://images5.fotopic.net/?iid=y165qs&outx=600&quality=70

[bbade]

yeah that's pretty much exactly what I am doing except that I made one up with an old broomstick and some sheet metal I had lying around. It turned out real nice with some matte black textured spray paint.

[0110-M-P]

Ahh, cool idea with the broomstick. That picture is of my old FD, but I have done the same thing with my newer one...you will love the location of the commander.