Wire fog lights to aux dash switch
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Wire fog lights to aux dash switch
I have a 2008 F250 Super Duty with the Lariat package.
What I would like to do is have the fog lights controled by one of the aux panel switchs.
I have the panel wiring layout for one of your other threads. What I need to know is what wires I need to diconnect and which switch (amp) should I use.
Thank you,
William Moore
What I would like to do is have the fog lights controled by one of the aux panel switchs.
I have the panel wiring layout for one of your other threads. What I need to know is what wires I need to diconnect and which switch (amp) should I use.
Thank you,
William Moore
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If I was going to do this I would go buy new bulb plugs that fit the fog lights and wire them to a new 8 gauge or heavier wire from the positive side of the battery with a fuse right at battery to a relay then run the wire from the lowest amp upfitter switch you have open to the relay and ground the relay as close as possible to the relay. This way you are getting the most power possible right to the lights you could even switch to a brighter bulb.
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8 gauge or heavier wire from the positive side of the battery
If you decided to use a higher wattage bulb you may want to consider the 12 awg but keep into account the housing/lens may not handle the excessive heat.
Waigon's idea is good to keep them isolated from your existing system so they won't cause any issues and you can easily return to the stock system.
I'm using (mine are OEM aftermarket with independent wiring to a relay/switch)14 awg stranded THHN which has a 600v insulation and 90deg.C temp. rating and is gas/oil resistant. The 14 awg will safetly handle about 15 amps. The relays you can get at any automotive store.
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Link to 2008 for on with High beam
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/5...ml#post4685352
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