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Switch Box Applications?
I tried search, but didn't find anything on this topic...
Any instances of something like this in our 3rd gens?
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/...448COWZL4&th=1
As I start mounting aftermkt lights, later a transmission cooler fan, I sense that a 6 gang will be enough for what I want to achieve. Having put switches on knee bolsters before for other rides, I prefer the everything in the one box approach to the mess that I remember with later removal of the knee bolster...
Anyone use something like this? Curious which ones and where mounted...
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05-23-2019, 04:17 PM
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I've been looking for a solution to replace the sunglasses holder. This doesn't look too bad, but I'm an "OEM look" kind of guy. FWIW.
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05-23-2019, 04:36 PM
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Originally Posted by weekendclimber
I've been looking for a solution to replace the sunglasses holder. This doesn't look too bad, but I'm an "OEM look" kind of guy. FWIW.
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Measure the sunglass holder location and compare to the dimensions of this box. Should be a fantastic fit there.
That said, I'm leaning toward under the driver's seat, working the rockers by touch. I'd have a legend of sorts where most put their switches on the lower left, something like:
1 = Wide Cornering
2 = Driving/Combo
3 = Spot
4 = Rock
5 = Rear
6 = ATF Fan
I've done this before with very good results. Plus, I have unused power there from the factory seats...
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05-23-2019, 04:49 PM
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There's someone on Tacoma World that makes a 6 switch DIN for mounting under your radio. Would be a much cleaner option than mounting something off your dash.
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05-23-2019, 05:10 PM
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There's someone on Tacoma World that makes a 6 switch DIN for mounting under your radio. Would be a much cleaner option than mounting something off your dash.
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Well, that's pretty sweet, and I see it's the same guy that made the SCII mount that I'm using!
I've gone double DIN, and really like it, so that won't be an option for me...
What I find nice about under the seat is that one can just open the door, roll up a chair and get busy. The box is removed from the bracket with the turn of two knobs. Wires can be run under the sill plate right to that location...
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05-23-2019, 05:35 PM
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Well, that's pretty sweet, and I see it's the same guy that made the SCII mount that I'm using!
I've gone double DIN, and really like it, so that won't be an option for me...
What I find nice about under the seat is that one can just open the door, roll up a chair and get busy. The box is removed from the bracket with the turn of two knobs. Wires can be run under the sill plate right to that location...
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Not sure what you budget is, but there's a knockoff Switch-Pro on Amazon for $150. I've been eyeing it for quite some time, but haven't pulled the trigger on it yet. Link
You can find them for less if you're will to wait for it.
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Originally Posted by MStudt
Not sure what you budget is, but there's a knockoff Switch-Pro on Amazon for $150. I've been eyeing it for quite some time, but haven't pulled the trigger on it yet. Link
You can find them for less if you're will to wait for it.
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That's pretty slick Mike. I can see why some find that very appealing. For what's provided, the price seems reasonable too, IMO.
I decided to go with the switch box I linked to in the first post. Should work well for what I want to do. Location TBD, but I think under the driver's seat...
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MStudt
Not sure what you budget is, but there's a knockoff Switch-Pro on Amazon for $150. I've been eyeing it for quite some time, but haven't pulled the trigger on it yet. Link
You can find them for less if you're will to wait for it.
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I've been eying them as well. I posted about them in the Accessories forum with no replies yet. Looking for real world reviews, etc.
Amazon Solid State Switch Panels?
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05-23-2019, 08:56 PM
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I've been eying them as well. I posted about them in the Accessories forum with no replies yet. Looking for real world reviews, etc.
Amazon Solid State Switch Panels?
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There's been some talk on here about them, but I don't think anyone has got one yet. I see one in my very near future though. Maybe next week, but I'll have to hide it from the wife.
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There's been some talk on here about them, but I don't think anyone has got one yet. I see one in my very near future though. Maybe next week, but I'll have to hide it from the wife.
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LoL I don't have to hide the toys from my wife, just work part time jobs for the money for them HAHA
I think I'm going to do the Big 3 at the same time. Gotta try and find some plexiglass to make a holder for the parts (circuit breakers and the box for the switch panel).
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LoL I don't have to hide the toys from my wife, just work part time jobs for the money for them HAHA
I think I'm going to do the Big 3 at the same time. Gotta try and find some plexiglass to make a holder for the parts (circuit breakers and the box for the switch panel).
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when it's not for her Rover I have to hide it.
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Quote:
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There's been some talk on here about them, but I don't think anyone has got one yet. I see one in my very near future though. Maybe next week, but I'll have to hide it from the wife.
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Did you get it yet?
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