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Light bar wattage

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by whitepony04, Jun 2, 2019.

  1. Jun 2, 2019 at 8:52 AM
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    whitepony04

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    im going to do the hidden light bar install. What wattage bar should I be looking for? I found a 600w for a decent price, or should I go lower?
     
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    That one light bar is 50 Amps, just make sure your wiring can handle it.
     
  3. Jun 2, 2019 at 9:46 AM
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    I may go lower to be safe
     
  4. Jun 2, 2019 at 10:28 AM
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    Would a 220 w be safer?
     
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    A single 600w could be safe as long as you wire it properly. Probably want to use 8 gauge wire. Use a relay that’s rated for 60 amps so you don’t run the 50 amps from the bar straight into the cab of the truck. But I have 2 300 watt light bars hidden in the grille/bumper, just gotta wire it properly
     
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    Check out Caliraised.

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  7. Jun 2, 2019 at 11:40 AM
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    I went with a 220w and heavy duty wiring kit
     

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