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Ignition & Electrical / Q&A

Mailbag: Explaining Automotive Electric Relays

by × on March 30, 2020 at 4:34 pm × 3 comments

Q: What are the different types of electric relays? … A: An electric relay is a high amperage switch controlled with a small electrical input. Normally, the small input controls an electromagnetic […]

Ignition & Electrical / Tech / Tech Articles

Relay Case: How to Use Relays and Why You Need Them

by × on January 2, 2015 at 10:00 am × 37 comments

An electrical system is only as reliable as its components. One easy way to increase system reliability and performance is by using relays to switch devices (lights, fuel pumps, fans, […]

Ignition & Electrical / Q&A / Tech

Ask Away with Jeff Smith: How Do Relays Work?

by × on May 9, 2014 at 4:13 pm × 12 comments

I want to install an electric fan in my ‘67 Mustang and I’ve been told that I have to use a relay to wire it properly. I hate to admit […]