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Old Sep 24, 2019
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Next possible project

Thinking about next project. Bull bar with classic KC highlights. Would be chrome instead of black that is pictured. Doubt the lights would be used much at all after the first day or two after installation. Anything negative that I need to worry about? Would probably hook directly to battery to dash mounted switch. Any thoughts on dash mount switch? Thanks

 
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Old Sep 24, 2019
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Use fused relay in engine bay for lights 12volts, also relays 12v

Then just run one smaller wire into the cab to ground the relay to turn on the lights, use cab metal as ground source
You can then use any type of switch, its less than .5amp, opens up your options
Even a switch with an led on light would work
 
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Old Sep 24, 2019
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On my last two foglight installs , I used a wireless switch kit that I found on ebay or somewhere . Didn't have to worry about wiring into the cab or holes in the dash . It used a keyfob .
 
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