Wiring for Compressor

[Focker]

I have a new to me 2021 392 (build thread coming soon) and I need some assistance/guidance/brain power.
I purchased the complete Thor's Lightning Compressor / Wiring Kit and want to get the wiring sorted in the engine compartment. My two questions are:
They include a resettable fuse that I am not coming up with a good place to mount and would love some thoughts.
Second is that it appears there is a wire chase running the width of the Jeep at the rear of the engine compartment. Is that accessible to run a 6 gauge wire inside of or is there a better way to run the wire from driver to passenger side?

This is the fuse, measures 3" X 2":

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[GtX]

Get some perforated angle iron and run it down the side of the engine bay. Makes a great rail for electrical.

I'll see if I can find a picture.

 

[GtX]

Here ya go. Same circuit breaker.
Two pieces of angle bolted together.

 

[Focker]

That might work, the 392 has an ECU bracket on the passenger side that limits the space. however maybe forward of the bracket. I am also going to check for space on the drivers side.
Thank you for the input

 

[rohdawg]

it appears there is a wire chase running the width of the Jeep at the rear of the engine compartment. Is that accessible to run a 6 gauge wire inside of or is there a better way to run the wire from driver to passenger side?

I can’t help with the fuse block, but I use these vinyl covered clamps and attach them to the 10mm bolts that run across the top of the chase you mention. (I don’t remember what size I always use)
Makes it easy to get to the wiring later if you have to. Taking those 10mm off and cracking that chase open can be a knuckle busting experience.

edit * I believe I use the 3/4 or 1” size. …whatever works best for your needs.

 

[Focker]

I can’t help with the fuse block, but I use these vinyl covered clamps and attach them to the 10mm bolts that run across the top of the chase you mention. (I don’t remember what size I always use)
Makes it easy to get to the wiring later if you have to. Taking those 10mm off and cracking that chase open can be a knuckle busting experience.

edit * I believe I use the 3/4 or 1” size. …whatever works best for your needs.

Thank you for this, super helpful!

 

[GtX]

That might work, the 392 has an ECU bracket on the passenger side that limits the space. however maybe forward of the bracket. I am also going to check for space on the drivers side.
Thank you for the input

I'm on the passenger because I burn oil.
I think petrol is most open on driver.

I also have a strip along the firewall with my rock light fuse bank on it.

If you find a better option, let me know.

 

[Focker]

A little follow up on this thread with a couple of photos.

->Thank you @GtX your suggestion was perfect.

->The wire chase at the firewall does have ample room to add wires. Simple to open by gently lifting the taps with a flat head screwdriver.

 

[GtX]

I did a little rewiring last weekend.

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