Is it smart to replace all fuses in the fuse box?

BayAreaWebsiteDesigner · Nov 23, 2015

I'm a bit OCD when it comes to things I care a lot about. I just bought a used 2008 RAM 1500 HEMI 5.7 and I honestly want to take care of this vehicle and keep it for a long time.

So I thought of replacing all the light bulbs and fuses in the fuse box and other small things such as the air filter while I change the oil for the first time. Just so I know all is new and in working order.

Would it be smart to replace all fuses in the fuse box? Would this have a negative effect in any way? Would it reset anything I should fix afterwards?

Thanks in advance!

dearchristopher · Nov 23, 2015

I don't think it would negatively affect anything, just disconnect the battery first. aside from being an extra and possibly unnecessary expense, it would be nice to look through your box and make sure everything is clean and nothing is out of the ordinary

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Avgas · Nov 23, 2015

If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

jwheeler · Nov 23, 2015

The fuses don't wear out like a bulb. It is a waste of time. If you don't know the history on the vehicle, replace the fluids.

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Rlaf75 · Nov 23, 2015

Replacing the fuses won't do anything really. They aren't a wear item. They are either good or bad. The bulbs are similar. One may be dim which is an indication of it failing or they just simply stop working. I would worry more about the major serviceable items such as the fluids. Differentials both from and rear, transfer case and transmission and of course engine oil and coolant. The power steering fluid as well. Those are more important than the bulbs and fuses.

Jimmy68 · Nov 23, 2015

Replace the button on the end of your shifter.
:roflsquared:

Saa. Jokes.

SilverStreak88 · Nov 23, 2015

One thing to always keep an eye on with the 06-09 is the headlight bulb fluid. They are prone to get pin holes and the fluid get's out and causes a big short in the electrical system.

Jimmy68 · Nov 24, 2015

Bwahahaha. :roflsquared:

Rlaf75 · Nov 24, 2015

SilverStreak88 said:
One thing to always keep an eye on with the 06-09 is the headlight bulb fluid. They are prone to get pin holes and the fluid get's out and causes a big short in the electrical system.

But if you add chlorine to the fluid it stays clear longer :naughty:

SilverStreak88 · Nov 24, 2015

Rlaf75 said:
But if you add chlorine to the fluid it stays clear longer

That's just a myth... in all my years I've never had an issue with it fogging up, but I carry extra fluid all the time.

BayAreaWebsiteDesigner · Nov 24, 2015

I really appreciate your experienced feedback. I guess I could instead just clean everything, ensure all is working well and leave it as is if nothing is broken.

Thanks!

SilverStreak88 · Nov 24, 2015

BayAreaWebsiteDesigner said:
I really appreciate your experienced feedback. I guess I could instead just clean everything, ensure all is working well and leave it as is if nothing is broken.

Thanks!

Yeah, sorry didn't mean to make jokes... Your fuses don't wear out so the most you could do is just make sure that they're all good. You could replace your head and fog light bulbs with the SilverStar ZXE's to get some extra light output.

darthdzl · Nov 24, 2015

SilverStreak88 said:
Yeah, sorry didn't mean to make jokes... Your fuses don't wear out so the most you could do is just make sure that they're all good. You could replace your head and fog light bulbs with the SilverStar ZXE's to get some extra light output.

Agreed on the fuses. There is no "new" or "used"...there are only good fuses that work and bad ones that don't. Use over time doesn't make fuses more likely to blow; only too much current flowing through them does. And your truck won't have that unless there's something else wrong with it.

So, if you have a fuse blow, you know there might be a problem. If you don't, there no reason to replace any. Just have extras on hand of the various sizes (and only a couple of each are necessary).

OCD is a pain, but there's no basis for letting it drive you in this. Good fuses are good fuses, regardless of age.

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