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Easy way of wiring a topper third brake light

Discussion in '4th Gen. Tacomas (2024+)' started by bird dog 3, Dec 17, 2024.

  1. Dec 18, 2024 at 3:21 PM
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    caribe makaira

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    Behind rear passenger's panel corner.
     
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  2. Dec 18, 2024 at 5:09 PM
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    Hi Puppypunter, No i don't have a clue where that plug is but out of all the sujestions this looks like the best solution. I will try to find it and see if my limited electrical ability can get it done. I really appreciate your fast response. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you!
    Roger
     
  3. Dec 18, 2024 at 5:12 PM
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  4. Dec 18, 2024 at 5:13 PM
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    Thanks I will start looking there first!
     
  5. Dec 18, 2024 at 5:20 PM
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    So only upside is no need to drop headliner???
     
  6. Dec 18, 2024 at 5:36 PM
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    The easiest thing would be to see if Smartcap would sell the connector.
     
  7. Dec 18, 2024 at 5:48 PM
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    And the floor plugs are so near...:burp::rofl:
     
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  8. Dec 18, 2024 at 6:25 PM
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    What connector would that be?o_O
     
  9. Dec 18, 2024 at 6:25 PM
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    upload_2024-12-18_22-25-29.png
     
  10. Dec 18, 2024 at 6:35 PM
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  11. Dec 18, 2024 at 7:10 PM
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  12. Dec 18, 2024 at 7:12 PM
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    Yeah, I guess ease of install trumps cheapness...but I'd de-pin that connector before making such a large hole.:eek:
     
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  13. Dec 18, 2024 at 8:47 PM
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    I printed off a TPU grommet and plugged the hole around the cable after the install.
     
  14. Dec 24, 2024 at 1:59 PM
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    First I would like to Thank the members here for their response and help they gave me so that eventually I will get this solved. It's in the middle of hunting season and the solution looks like it's going to take more time than I am willing to give at this time. With your help I have found the towing converter but it looks like I will have to remove the rear seats and maybe the junk box that is under the seats to get to the wireing and towing converter as my hands are to big to get through the little window that they provide to get to everything.
    Sagebrush's idea of contacting Smartcap for their help ( by far the easy way to fix the problem ) went no where as they refused twice at me asking for their help in selling me one of their stop light harness as they will only sell their products to a Smartcap owner. like to note they did take several days to make that decision as it was passed up the chain of command. Leer Campers has a simialar harness also that I may take a look at if I decide to take a easy way out! lol
     
  15. Dec 24, 2024 at 2:37 PM
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    Smartcap was having problems supplying enough wiring harnesses for their new caps (mine took and extra 3 weeks to show up). Found this on another thread.

    https://www.etrailer.com/Accessories-and-Parts/Pacer-Performance/PP20-702.html
     
  16. Dec 24, 2024 at 5:47 PM
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    Thanks, I will be able to let you know about this pigtail as i ordered this exact one and it should be here this week.
     
  17. Dec 24, 2024 at 8:09 PM
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  18. Dec 27, 2024 at 5:15 PM
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  19. Dec 27, 2024 at 5:16 PM
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    Harness posted is so you don't cut into any vehicle wires...:burp:
     
  20. Jan 6, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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    Was anyone able to connect the pacer module and confirm it works as described?
     

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