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rcbs204 4x4 Illuminated Switch!

Discussion in 'RCBS204' started by rcbs204, Jan 4, 2010.

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  1. Dec 28, 2011 at 11:11 AM
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    rcbs204

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    I need to see the inside of the switch.
    So here is the deal, i will give you one, if you help me with the fitment/development, since i do not have a 2012. IF you can get that switch out, and take some picks of the inside, we can continue on.
    Let me know,
    S
     
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  2. Dec 28, 2011 at 5:43 PM
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    disabled DRLs disabled seat belt chime disabled the key in the ignition with door open buzzer Installed Illuminated 4wd switch circuit board Marker lights Flashing with turn signals Toggle switch ABS Disable Fog Lights on AnyTime Mod Changed to Yellow bulbs in the Fog Lights Converted interior lights to leds Installed oem roof rack Installed Firestone Ride Rite Air Bags and Daystar Cradles for the air bags Added oil catch can Relentless Tailgate Protector installed
    I got my switch tonight! Will try and get it installed in the next couple of days.Thanks Shannon.Very fast service!!
     
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  3. Dec 28, 2011 at 6:05 PM
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    i would be interested also
     
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  4. Dec 28, 2011 at 10:13 PM
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    pm sent
     
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  5. Dec 29, 2011 at 8:32 PM
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    Got mine in the mail today! Thank you for the quick turn around. I will be installing this weekend!
     
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  6. Dec 30, 2011 at 10:56 AM
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    Husky floor liners, in-channel vent visors, billies, khaki softopper, Wet Okoles, OTHER STUFF - kinda STOCKISH!
    Got my kit in the mail the other day, looking to do the install this weekend, kit is cleanly assembled, thanks.

    Quick question regarding the wiring...

    If I go the OEM route (soldering to the existing board) - will I be able to dim the 4x4 light - like I would if I were tapping off the A/C panel?

    I would like to go the OEM route, but since the switch isn't illuminated from the factory, I am just wondering whether or not I will be able to control the brightness with the dimmer like the other switches...???

    Any thoughts, and thanks again!

    David
     
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  7. Dec 30, 2011 at 12:22 PM
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    Hi David,
    You have to tap the AC panel regardless of the wiring method used, as there is no power at the OEM connector. Feel free to ask questions as you go.
    S
     
    rcbs204, Dec 30, 2011
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  8. Dec 31, 2011 at 3:38 PM
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    Finally got my Illuminated 4wd switch installed today.Easy install.......works great! Thank-you for a Great Product Shannon.
     
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  9. Dec 31, 2011 at 6:15 PM
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    Shannon,

    So I decided to do the Non-OEM install. Very simple and quick install. I just went from the board to the AC wires directly. Directions said to reverse the polarity if I go this route.

    IS THIS WHAT YOU MEAN BY REVERSING THE POLARITY?

    I wired with T-Taps:
    Red->Green
    White->Green w/white stripe

    [​IMG]

    I also drilled a hole in the brown stock plug and ran the wires through it.

    [​IMG]
     
    Dark_Taco, Dec 31, 2011
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  10. Dec 31, 2011 at 6:17 PM
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    Yup, that is what i mean!!
     
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  11. Dec 31, 2011 at 6:28 PM
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    Thanks buddy.
     
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  12. Dec 31, 2011 at 7:21 PM
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    Well?
    You got Lights?!

     
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  13. Jan 1, 2012 at 5:55 AM
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    Oh yeah....I had lights before I posted. I was just double checking with you.
    Thanks again. :D

    2011-12-31192442_3464c88e244f653e0075dcf3c32bf6c503e2ef93.jpg
     
    Dark_Taco, Jan 1, 2012
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  14. Jan 1, 2012 at 7:17 AM
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    Fantastic!
     
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  15. Jan 1, 2012 at 12:43 PM
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    def gonna order this mod.....can't wait to install....
     
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  16. Jan 7, 2012 at 10:55 AM
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    Update: Well after about a week after doing this mod...I couldn't be happier and regret not doing this months ago. Thanks, Shannon. Any new products in the works?
     
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  17. Jan 7, 2012 at 12:16 PM
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    Put mine in today. Used the paper towel rod trick to see if it works since it's bright as hell outside. Works great and I'm quite proud of myself. Hardest part was getting the back of the damn switch off without breaking anything. Thanks a lot Shannon. Will recommend this to anyone I meet.
     
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  18. Jan 8, 2012 at 4:06 PM
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    Shannon...this is probably a stupid question but what is that little brown plastic piece on the back of the switch that you have to remove to thread the wires through the back? Also, I didn't put it back on because it doesn't seem important, should I have put that piece back on after I threaded the wires through the back? Thanks.
     
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  19. Jan 8, 2012 at 4:13 PM
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    I drilled a tiny hole in mine and threaded the wires through it:
    2011-12-31182849_4f57ef6f043599eaa1e8e560293c1de152f8e4e6.jpg
     
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  20. Jan 8, 2012 at 6:02 PM
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    Sorry for the slow responce, i have been really busy. Looks like every body got there items installed though!!
     
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