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12v Bed Power - Powerwerx Panel Installation

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by gunn_runner, Sep 23, 2016.

  1. Sep 2, 2020 at 5:31 AM
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    IamMachines

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    Got everything completed last night.

    Power from the bed to the engine bay is 4 AWG, which is ran through some non metallic conduit (shit is thick AF and not easy to run cable through haha)

    I didn't install the fuse block in the bed, I installed it in next to the battery and behind the breaker. My bed DC panel all of have their own fuses. So I figured I would build my own DIY cheapo switch pro type thing. :) So now, all peripherals will be behind the breaker.
    Battery > Breaker > Fuse Box > Fridge, Compressor, weBoost, Rear Bed DC panel > Bed Lights, Optional Fridge location

    Just need to re cable tie and add the loom.
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    BTW ^^^ How are you guys running lighting cables on a bed rack or topper down to the panel? Mostly just trying to figure out how to run the wire. Probably have to drill a couple holes.
     
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  2. Sep 2, 2020 at 8:14 PM
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    IamMachines

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    Finally finished this project. I will admit, it tested my patience more than once. But i persevered through and now I can bask in warm amber (or white) LED glow anywhere I want. And I can move my fridge to the rear of the truck.

    Thanks again to the OP for the details on this project. Had a blast and its another box checked in the beast.
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  3. Sep 4, 2020 at 9:29 AM
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    How you guys have been able to wired to the bed?I am asking myself where is the hole or secret place to get into the bed via the back passengers in the cab?
     
  4. Sep 4, 2020 at 9:48 AM
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    Naveronski

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    Look under the truck, above the driveshaft, near the rear seats.

    You can see a rubber grommet. That’s what I used.
     
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    Would you mind sharing a pink to that switch panel?
     

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