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Old 09-28-2014, 11:26 PM
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Hi,

This might be a dumb question. I own a 2005 Accord. For my project I would have to install additional relays next to bulb sockets. Now I live in a place - Oregon - where it rains frequently. Now my question is, how to make it the circuit water proof? Eg: If I get the under hood washed/cleaned, or there is a heavy rain or tire level flood etc, how to protect the circuit from getting short?

Do u think just wrapping the whole circuit with an electrical tape would suffice?
 
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Old 09-29-2014, 07:14 AM
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You probably should get solid state relays and pot them in RTV to waterproof. Tape will only serve to hold water in place.

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Old 09-29-2014, 08:29 PM
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when i had a headlight circuit that i made with relays i put it in a plastic project box and sealed the wiring with silicone. worked pretty well.
 
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Old 09-29-2014, 08:47 PM
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Another option is purchasing waterproof relays.
 
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Old 09-29-2014, 11:19 PM
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Thanks for the ideas.
 
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