wiring adventures

Discussion in 'Modifications & DIY how-to' started by XanRules, Aug 20, 2007.

  1. XanRules

    XanRules Active Member

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    so here's what I'd like to do.

    Install some more interior lights since my dome light is rather dim and I'd like more visibility in my car.

    I have space for switches, so that's not an issue.

    The issue is how do I wire the lights to the switch?

    It's going to be a pretty hefty quantity of LEDs and a regular on/off toggle switch.

    Thanks in advance!
     
  2. RamblinWRX

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    Most LED's run straight off 12V. Just put a resistor in line with the battery so the power has somewhere to dissipate.
     
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  4. XanRules

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    right, but how do I wire it to the battery?

    NOTE: this isn't gonna be ricey underglow crap, don't worry :D
     
  5. XanRules

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    update - it's exterior but I wanna control it from inside.
     
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    did u ever get it done i was also thinking about some lighting post a pic if u got it done if u dont mind
     
  7. XanRules

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    nope, I didn't...at this point I'm trying to get some junk outside to get controlled inside.

    I figured out how to do it thanks to Jeff (mckenzietj), so when I get around to it I'll let you know.
     

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