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    I have 4 sets of lights. 1st shorted and the second one just did't like me I guess.
    Quote Originally Posted by Adondo View Post
    What you need are the large relays (solenoids) like we use in cop car builds. Here's an example:
    http://www.oznium.com/relay80
    The material is bakelite and doesn't melt.

    Another reason for massive relays beyond what you think are needed is high wattage bulbs have a huge start up current. Otherwise known as "cold filament surge." Your 100 watt lights may draw about 8 amps ..... Running a 100 watt light with the usual Bosch relay is the contacts will weld themselves due to the starting surge.
    I have 4 150 watt lights on top.They are split into 2 sets.
    Adondo, Thanks for link on the heavier relay...I will look into this.
    Last edited by cico7; 04-22-2011 at 01:32 PM.

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