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Old 12-16-2012, 04:06 PM   #1
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I am embarrased that I have to ask this question...........but I have found the root of one of my issues........it is this ground block!

I have accessory grounds routed to this distribution block, with one (brown) lead providing ground from my reducer. I have tested this block and only have ground on the terminal that the brown wire is actually attached to? I figured if ground was attached anywhere on this block, all other distribution screws would also get ground.........but that isnt the case.

this ground distribution block didnt come with instructions.....so is it necessary for me to connect actual ground to a specific screw?

lol, I know, this sounds crazy.......but this is where I am at and would value some feedback!


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Old 12-16-2012, 04:16 PM   #2
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Default Re: confused about ground distribution block

No. you need a ground wire jumper to each screw
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Old 12-16-2012, 04:18 PM   #3
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Default Re: confused about ground distribution block

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No. you need a ground wire jumper to each screw

Lemme look at mine, I've got some in the shop..... back in a minute


Yep No wonder my buddy gave these to me LOL they work the same way, you are going to have to chain them together.
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Old 12-16-2012, 04:21 PM   #4
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No. you need a ground wire jumper to each screw
If you are right.........I am shocked!
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Old 12-16-2012, 04:21 PM   #5
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OT, Todd's right. There are some blocks out there that are set up the way you thought this should work, but that's not one of them........sorry.
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Old 12-16-2012, 04:23 PM   #6
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It's not BULLSHIT it's the style of terminal strip he bought ..sorry
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Old 12-16-2012, 04:25 PM   #7
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Todd, I am not being critical of you............I am laughing at myself!

I have been checking all my terminations and such..........to find this ASSUMPTION on my part was the root of many issues.

THANKS FOR THE INFO............time for me to get out there and piggytail this distribution block!
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Old 12-16-2012, 04:26 PM   #8
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Thanks ESS & Scotty!
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Old 12-16-2012, 04:30 PM   #9
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I learned the same lesson on my blue Yami. I bought an "isolation block" rather than a "distribution block".
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Looks like your doing a really nice job though..
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