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Switches that will fit our switch blanks

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by taco57, Apr 20, 2021.

  1. Apr 20, 2021 at 8:04 AM
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    Has anyone found switches or USB power outlets that will precisely fit the empty switch blanks on our gen 1 trucks? I am talking about the two spaces below the radio beside the two power outlets and the one or two by the panel dimmer switch.
    I have ordered two different styles from Amazon and neither fit. I may need to go with some sort of modified Toyota OEM switch, unless someone can link me to a direct fit aftermarket.
     
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  2. Apr 20, 2021 at 8:27 AM
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    What's wrong with trimming a little?

    These switches you look up are meant to fit a different standard size; aftermarket panels for onboard switches, etc.

    Just get someone to 3d print you the "fitting" and put said switch inside that.
     
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    not sure if those you linked are the same as the ones i purchased, but mine fit perfectly in the blanks to the right of the 12v outlets below the radio. here's a
    $15 Scion OEM Style Lighted Rocker Switch (Used for: Scion tC xB xA, Toyota 4Runner FJ Cruiser Celica Matrix Tacoma Tundra Landcruiser, Nissan Frontier, Lexus IS300 SC300 SC400) - Amber
    link to the ones i purchased. photo attached. hope that helps.

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    This one fits perfect 20210421_154555.jpg
     
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    Do you know the part number?
     
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    I thought this spot was a very uncomfortable place to put a switch.
    Maybe if it’s not something you’re gonna be turning off and on often.

    my opinion
     
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    This is ultimately what I used. Switch from Amazon, Scion OEM style lighted rocker switch. Oznium. I used it for control of my power outlets, like to have the option of either on or off without ignition.

    Thanks for all the replies and insights.
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    My OCD kicked in again, changed the label to white on clear, looks much better!
     
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    I picked up one of these 00550-35976 switches, and have been working on the wiring. Does anyone know if Toyota sells a plug that would allow a quick connect / disconnect for the wiring, or am I stuck having to wire up each lead with it's own disconnect?

    According to parts.toyota.com that switch was used in some 4Runners and Camrys from 1996-2000. Seems like Toyota would have made a plug that ensures the connector was plugged in the right way. Not having much luck find it in the parts diagrams on partsouq, however. Appreciate any info!
     
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    Correction; Toyota makes the same-style switches for many vehicles.

    Just for fun, Land Cruiser owners repurpose things like a hazard or seat heaters for a center diff locker or other things. There are 110 inverters even that go in that switch, and more.

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    It's all just a matter of wiring things up
     
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    Thanks for the info. Based on that, I think I'm going to solder wires from the switch to a female molex connector (or something similar), and wire up the lighting to a male molex connector. I want to be able to plug and unplug a single connector if I'm removing the trim piece and not have to keep track of which connector is which.
     
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    I just use the cigarette lighter for my usb plug in and it was super cheap and works everytime.
     
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