Running board with lights
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Running board with lights
I have gotten an after market set of very nice running boards. They are heavy aluminum with lights on top and bottom. They were free and have a universal mounting bracket system. The problem is they are too long for my 05 supercab. What I was wondering was, has anyone ever ran 2' past the cab toward the bed before? I thought about doing this and leaving the last bracket loose with a single bolt to retain the flex. I will cut them down as a last resort but wanted to check others experiences.
My other question is where should you tie the lights in? I was thinking of trying to tie into the door switch so they came on when the door opened. Or is there a better location?
Thanks for any help.
R
My other question is where should you tie the lights in? I was thinking of trying to tie into the door switch so they came on when the door opened. Or is there a better location?
Thanks for any help.
R
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I have mine tied into the interior auto lighting circut. I am not sure (will check later, after the sun comes up) but I believe the wire you want to tap into is purple/black. You will find under the door threshold trim. It is easy to get to as well - just pierce through on of the rubber grommets - no drilling required.
This circuit will run your lighting anytime the dome lights are on. They will light up and fade out just as the domes do. I found this to work best, as they will come on when you unlock with the remote or kepad.
This circuit will run your lighting anytime the dome lights are on. They will light up and fade out just as the domes do. I found this to work best, as they will come on when you unlock with the remote or kepad.
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