Help !

[Jonathan61996]

Hi guys im new to the g body community , my name is jonathan im 24 years old i have an 88 cutlass and i was wondering if you guys can help me i converted it to power windows all wires and window motors are ready to go im just stuck on were exactly can i connect it on the fuse box or how can i get the power to make them go up and down if any one can help me out id really appreciate it thanks in advanced

 

[MrSony]

Not 88 specific but this should help

 

[Wageslave]

You could either connect to one of the ports on the fuse box marked ACC (windows work in ACC or on position) or IGN (windows work in on position only). A better way would to run a fused lead from the battery, and use those ports from the fuse box to drive a relay. The factory wiring is not ideal and contributes to slow power window movement.

 

[5spdCab]

Jonathan, welcome to GBF.
Seattle, Wa. '78 Caballero, '79 El Camino.
Wageslave is right about the slow windows and adding relays. I have just finished a power window and door lock conversion over the last three weeks. Currently, my power is direct to the PWR slot on the fuse panel. I plan on getting heavier gauge wire and relays for a more permanent attachment.

 

[Max Headroom]

5spdCab is right. Heavier wire is better for a couple of reasons. Heavier wire gets more usable power to the window motor (less resistance from the wire). This will make the window go up and down faster and under conditions of heavier demand. (Snow on windows, etc.) There is less chance that the wire will get hot under load. Running a constant hot with a relay allows you to open the window in and emergency.

 

[Jonathan61996]

Thanks guys i highly appriciate it ill let you guys know how it goes

 

[airboatgreg]

Circuit breaker is better