Cab Light Template
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Cab Light Template
Is there such a thing as a template for installing cab lights? I would like to add a set to my truck, and thought about trying to make one at the salvage yard. Any advice is appreciated.
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Thanks ron01sd. I called 2 Ford locations locally and they don't know of any template. I also thought that the wire harness went down the pass. side to the kick panel, but they said I need the one that goes to the overhead console.?. I haven't heard of that. I guess I will keep looking.
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Originally Posted by 00Dave
Thanks ron01sd. I called 2 Ford locations locally and they don't know of any template. I also thought that the wire harness went down the pass. side to the kick panel, but they said I need the one that goes to the overhead console.?. I haven't heard of that. I guess I will keep looking.
There are two harnesses, one for if you have an overhead console, and one for if you do not have it.
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Dave - I installed an aftermarket set a few months back - I measured my bro-in-laws and used some 2" wide masking tape and marked all centers. If you need measurements I can get them for you - IIRC its center -11"- 8" to outside lite. PM if you want exact backset.
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Thanks Bill! I did find a link on an old post for a site called motoman. It pretty much describes what you are saying on the spacing. If you know the measurements you used, I would appreciate them. Going off topic, I noticed you did the SS HPX, did it make any difference for you? I am almost 100% sure I want to do it, if nothing else but to help even out the oil pressure. Thanks again, and thanks to everyone that replied!
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Dave - The hpx makes it idle better, smoother, I noticed that right off the bat. Its raining like crazy here now - I'll get you the measurements tomorrow and post em up. Edit - Thanks Brandon -Just read your post- Thats the same lights I put on With the chrome around em. I like em a lot. Dave -Just a hint -when you finish and let silicone set up for @an hour or so -Use the hose and double check for leaks b4 you put the headliner back up. Good Luck
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Originally Posted by guitarpicr
Dave - The hpx makes it idle better, smoother, I noticed that right off the bat. Its raining like crazy here now - I'll get you the measurements tomorrow and post em up. Edit - Thanks Brandon -Just read your post- Thats the same lights I put on With the chrome around em. I like em a lot. Dave -Just a hint -when you finish and let silicone set up for @an hour or so -Use the hose and double check for leaks b4 you put the headliner back up. Good Luck
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