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Discussion in '3rd Gen Tacoma Parts Marketplace (2016-2023)' started by mattgecko, Sep 14, 2015.

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  1. Nov 18, 2019 at 11:15 AM
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    Jessrin

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    Jessrin Oh, okay...

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    I’m going to try and instal a door switch in the tailgate. So when I open the tailgate it will come on.
     
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  2. Nov 27, 2019 at 9:31 AM
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    How much would it cost to have this professionally installed by you?
     
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  3. Nov 27, 2019 at 9:34 AM
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  4. Dec 9, 2019 at 7:24 PM
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    When using the bed lights with a RetraxPRO XR Tonneau Cover, where would be the best place to mount the front/center lights?

    5d6ba6e3bc13d5b67efd95c6355d6a64.jpg
     
    Bombsight, Dec 9, 2019
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  5. Dec 10, 2019 at 7:04 AM
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    mattgecko

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    Towards the top facing back or I could make a special set of lights with a longer wire haress so the light strip could be mounted lower (if you prefer).
     
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  6. Dec 10, 2019 at 7:27 AM
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    I'd like to mount the bed light button in the cab. Anyway to do that with your kit, and if not what is the recommended hardware? Thank you in advance!
     
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  7. Dec 10, 2019 at 7:30 AM
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    Yes I can provide the additional wiring and instructions.
     
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  8. Dec 10, 2019 at 8:05 AM
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    CttAznRanger Crazy NE Asian with the Cali Lean (temporary)

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    @mattgecko Do you have a plug and play setup to be able to hook the bed lights up to the OEM bed light switch? Or would you recommend it to be standalone?
     
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  9. Dec 10, 2019 at 8:08 AM
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    Do to liability I do not provide any install instructions that tie into factory wiring. The info can be found on TW though.
     
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  10. Dec 10, 2019 at 8:15 AM
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    Understood, just wondering if it was done before. Thanks!
     
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  11. Dec 10, 2019 at 8:21 AM
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    Yes, it has been done. My bed lights are tied into my interior lights on my 2nd gen.
     
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  12. Dec 10, 2019 at 8:22 AM
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    Now I just need to figure out a plug-n-play solution since the truck is still under warranty.
     
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  13. Dec 10, 2019 at 12:24 PM
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    Thanks. Thats where I thought would be best also. Just trying to get the best input.
     
    Bombsight, Dec 10, 2019
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  14. Dec 10, 2019 at 12:26 PM
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    @Bombsight Here is one with a back facing center strip.

    3rd gen flip back 3.jpg
     
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  15. Dec 17, 2019 at 3:09 PM
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  16. Dec 17, 2019 at 8:46 PM
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    Just ordered a set! Anyone connect this to the wiring on their tow hitch harness? Rather than running to battery. If so, any tips or pics?
     
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  17. Dec 23, 2019 at 12:29 PM
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  18. Dec 23, 2019 at 12:37 PM
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  19. Dec 23, 2019 at 1:06 PM
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    I dont have a hood light install video. There is no drilling and the install is very easy, the kit comes with install instructions and is mostly pre assembled.
     
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  20. Dec 23, 2019 at 1:54 PM
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    Here is my install under hood.

    Here is a view where I ran the wiring in the hood before I pulled everything back and secured it of sight. I also show where I mounted the switch and connected to chassis ground. I ran the last length of wire under the plastic guard on the inner driver's side fender.
    20180708_221316.jpg
     
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