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Electrical question, tapping power for relay

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Freetime, May 28, 2017.

  1. May 28, 2017 at 12:24 PM
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    Freetime

    Freetime [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I get how all of the basic electrical stuff works. I've already got my CB wired in direct to the battery and it works. I'm currently working on rewiring it (and a 20 watt PA) to a pair of relays so they come on when the truck does.
    I understand how the relay works, but what the hell do I use for a tap for the relay signal? What wire/fuse on the truck should I tap? I looked through both fuses boxes and I'm not sure if I just use a add a fuse and to which one?
     
  2. May 28, 2017 at 12:28 PM
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    koditten

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    Tap into the cigarette lighter plug. It turns off with the truck and has plenty of capacity for a CB.
     
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