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multiple sets of fog lights

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by devilsalmostfree, Jun 19, 2010.

  1. Jun 19, 2010 at 11:55 AM
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    devilsalmostfree

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    i did a search & found nothing on this! im wanting to put 4 sets of fogs on my truck. is it possible to just run all the wires from battery & ground to 1 of the switches, then jump from switch to switch & just run seperate accessory lines to each switch, that way i can turn either set of fogs on anytime, & not have to turn 1 on to get another to be on? im not the brightest when it comes to wiring. thanks for the help in advance!
     
  2. Jun 19, 2010 at 12:19 PM
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    yep, i got 4 wired up like that
     
  3. Jun 19, 2010 at 12:32 PM
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    T@co_Pr3runn3r

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    With a bit stronger relay? Same wiring? Next bigger fuse? Higher amp switch?
     
  4. Jun 19, 2010 at 1:12 PM
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    awesome, thanks guys!
     
  5. Jun 19, 2010 at 1:22 PM
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    You definitely want separate relays for each set of fogs. Be careful how much load you try to draw from the wires as they're of a pretty high gauge (thin). Better safe than sorry, IMHO. Each should have it's own wiring, relay and switch. Again, just my opinion. Good luck and post pics. I gotta see a Taco with 8 fog lights on it!!
     
  6. Jun 19, 2010 at 1:27 PM
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    I have 2 sets. 1 set is 35w HIDs. The other set is Hella 500s that are currently halogen but want 55w HIDs in them eventually. I have seperate oem switches and seperate wiring/fuses/relays.
     
  7. Jun 19, 2010 at 1:41 PM
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    the lights will be going on my gmc, i only have 1 set on my tacoma. might add 2 more sets on it later on!
     

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