Originally Posted by corfire
This part of the quote is very important. If you remove the original fuse and don't install one in line with the switch, a shorted circuit could cause damage in the form of burnt wires or even a fire. Fuses are there for a reason.
Oh I forgot to add, be sure to use a "waterproof" in-line fuse if you place it under the hood like I did.
My original one quit working due to just a little corrosion, and I had to replace it, just a couple of weeks ago.