istundra

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Hello,

I am looking for a 12V switched source in the trunk to power a device that consumes only 1-2AMP Max.

I really do not want to rip the whole interior apart to run a wire just for this small part.

Any idea what source i am tap to power up this 12V 1-2AMP device?

Thank you

istundra

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any help?

thanks

GS FONZy

iTrader: (6)

It's not that hard to run a cable along the side by the door. Can't take more than 5 to 10 minutes to do. Don't tap in to the trunk, but if you must, then a test light should help you find what you are looking for.

istundra

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i got a test light and i do not want to rip out the interior. If i were to, then I will have to remove the seat and other stuff.

GS FONZy

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WOW, two accounts, one forum .

V8_Aristo

If you can't find a wire in the trunk, getting it from the center console is the next best thing. Just remove the rear seats and part of the center console and you got yourself a clear path to run a wire. The only difficult part of this is feeding the wire under the carpet, which is not even that hard.

bigguppy

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why not just tap into the trunk's light, the one when your truck is open it is on.

istundra

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I was thinking about that.. but that means i should find the source before the trunk pin switch. Even considering the trunk pin switch, it will be a 12V Constant. I only need a 12V switched.

Nice heads up tho. But i will look into it....

Any more ideas?

DaveGS4

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Check your PM please.

istundra

iTrader: (2)

DaveGS4,

Thanks for the Info.

Anyway, I guess i have to take my interior apart again to run the 12V switched for this low power device (1AMP).

If you guys are woundering, I have installed a eclipse DD and i'm using this 12V source for the reverse camera. The 6V Output from the eclipse DD reverse camera will trigger the relay; thus allowing the 12V to activate the aftermarket reverse camera.