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Waterproof wire entry into bed floor

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by whitetaco16, Dec 15, 2018.

  1. Dec 15, 2018 at 9:13 AM
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    I need to get two 8 gauge wires into the bed floor on my 3rd gen. It needs to be waterproof as well. The wire needs to go through and continue without being cut at the entry point so typical connectors are not the solution. I'm sure something exists but need help finding it. Any ideas?
     
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  2. Dec 15, 2018 at 9:20 AM
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    I’d start looking for something like that in a boating or marine parts catalog......
     
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    What's the application? Easiest entry into the bed are the drain holes in the side storage boxes, then route as needed behind the hatch or liner. I wired a 3rd taillight through that way using meager 16 gauge, and since I didn't drill it's easily reversed if I need to.

    8G? Depending on location of your appliance you might need to drill up from underneath. Run your wires then use a firewall gasket, or if you're cheap, silicon seal the penetration points .
     
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  5. Dec 15, 2018 at 11:40 AM
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    Drill it. The beds are composite and won't rust. I have drilled about 6 holes in my bed so far. Otherwise the cubby as stated earlier is a good choice
     
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  6. Dec 15, 2018 at 11:56 AM
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    Thanks for the input. Drilling the floor is not the problem, how to attach a strain relief and waterproof it is where I need help.
     
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    Thank you gotblika! That appears to be exactly what I need.
     
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