Switch Pros 9100 install and BS thread

Yes, the SP is expensive. But I bet most owners think it is worth it as it is well engineered and designed, and in my opinion the cost is mostly justified due to how easy it is to install and use (I'm suspect of that 20-30 minutes everytime you, a self-professed electrical novice, want to install a new accessory and switch... did you forget to put a "1" in front of the 2 or 3?).

If you're going to only run a few switches, it's probably not the right tool. I'm only using it for 2 things now... but have a slow and steady plan for most of the other ones. Now that it is installed, adding new accessories will be a breeze. That's where the expense is justified.

 

If Condensation is the issue then a clear plastic cover might worsen the problem. It wouldn't let that condensate evaporate when it got up to temperature. I can see you point if your concerned about water getting on the unit, but if that's the case then mount it in the cab.

 

Interesting idea, but you’d have to extend every wire on the wiring harness. Tedious. The power unit is solid state and designed to be in the engine compartment, but according to the manufacturer should not be mounted horizontally and should not be wired to a terminal block. This is a popular mounting option using the @Mr.PowerTrays mount. For the record this is the route I’m taking and many other members have gone this route without issue as well

 

I couldn't agree more, I got a knock off unit from slimsdepot and it was ok, the switch in the cab was horrendously green and overwhelmingly bright at night and the one time I actually really needed my front light bar and rock lights the unit just failed. I had to stop and get out mess with the relays and fuses, it was a nightmare. This unit is so much more reliable and solid. You really do get what you pay for. Pay once cry once and know you have peace of mind with a reliable product. It is a pretty intensive install I had Juniper Overland/Off-Grid engineering in Colorado do mine and truly couldn't be happier. The only thing I haven't been overly impressed with is the app, it is not as user friendly as it could be and really could use a revamp.

EDIT:
Per some others advice, uninstalled then installed the app a couple of times. Now works great, was able to customize it and match the color of the switches perfectly to the dash, amazing product.

 

Just installed my

$659 SP-9100 8-Switch Panel Power System With Concealed Mounting Hardware

SP-9100 over the weekend. Mounted it using the SDHQ mount and its been awesome so far. I've only got 2 things hooked up to it so far, but the easy of addition and additional control you get is well worth the price of entry. Plus not I don't have to worry about accidentally leaving accessories on as I have it keyed off the ignition.

 

what mounting plate are you using @taco_pnw

 

@Mr.PowerTrays

 

Is there a reason to run the power to the fuse block from the switch pro, rather than directly from the battery?

 

Can someone please tell me what the hole diameter and center to center spacing is on the power unit? I'd like to have a mount made before the unit comes in tomorrow.

 

Fewer cables. Less connections at the battery terminal. Cleaner install.

I don't believe there's a functional advantage.

 

Anyone have installed switch pro with arb + lockers?

 

Finally wired up:

 

What size ring terminals is everyone using for connections? Planning on placing an order throughout Waytek and want to make sure I order the correct size. I have 1/4” for 14-16 Guage and they are too large for the terminals.

 

I just bought a huge multipack off Amazon because I was tired of always having the wrong thing

540 PCS Wirefy Heat Shrink Wire...

$55 Wirefy Heat Shrink Crimp Connectors Kit - Marine Grade Electrical Connectors - Automotive Wire Terminals - Insulated Ring, Spade, Fork, Hook & Butt Terminal Connectors - 22-10 Gauge - 540 PCS

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07124B886?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

 

Almost finished

 

Woah!

 

Looks clean

 

Planning do get one soon. Is the fuse tray for even more accessories other than the 8 available on the SP? it is not needed correct? Also if i been reading correctly you don't need fuses after the SP for accessories?

I would only need to do something like this right? ^^^^ Then run power to my lights and stuff.

 

That is true you don’t need any fuses after the switch pro. And you don’t need the additional fuse block for lights.