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Now, I see lots of people who are using a lot of OTRATTW switches, with relays and all of the headache of getting them installed. I was wondering if anyone ever tried to use this type of switch system.
What I know about the is they are highly programable, requires no relays or fuses. I actually don't know how they exactly work, but when I was down at the Kodiak shop, I did get to them really working. They are small and can attach pretty much anywhere in your dash or console.
This is the same shop that sells the really nice dual battery system.
Opinions or discussions please!

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Semi-Hex said:
Now, I see lots of people who are using a lot of OTRATTW switches, with relays and all of the headache of getting them installed. I was wondering if anyone ever tried to use this type of switch system.
What I know about the is they are highly programable, requires no relays or fuses. I actually don't know how they exactly work, but when I was down at the Kodiak shop, I did get to them really working. They are small and can attach pretty much anywhere in your dash or console.
This is the same shop that sells the really nice dual battery system.
Opinions or discussions please!

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I was wondering if these OTRATTW switches are a direct matchup for the holes when you pull out the blanks in the dash. I got some off Amazon that looked close, but are too big. I think I would only use a relay on something that was big, say like roof lights,compressor, etc.

Then the problem with a panel like that would be finding the real estate to mount it it...looks cool though.
 
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Titanpat57 said:
Then the problem with a panel like that would be finding the real estate to mount it it...looks cool though.
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The size for the 6 switch unit is 2 3/4" x 3 1/2" so I was thinking on the console where everyone has cut off one side of the two bumped change holder, or lower left panel where those three gang switches are usually mounted.
 
Titanpat57 said:
I was wondering if these OTRATTW switches are a direct matchup for the holes when you pull out the blanks in the dash. I got some off Amazon that looked close, but are too big. I think I would only use a relay on something that was big, say like roof lights,compressor, etc.

Then the problem with a panel like that would be finding the real estate to mount it it...looks cool though.
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Enlargement of the stock switch holes is required
 
Titanpat57 said:
I was wondering if these OTRATTW switches are a direct matchup for the holes when you pull out the blanks in the dash. I got some off Amazon that looked close, but are too big. I think I would only use a relay on something that was big, say like roof lights,compressor, etc.

Then the problem with a panel like that would be finding the real estate to mount it it...looks cool though.
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The OTRATTW switches do not fit the OEM locations. They are taller and wider. Instead of trying to dremmel out the OEM location you would be better off using one of their holding panels. That way you can pop them out easily etc if needed as well. For minimal cutting, check into mounting your switches in the little cubby hole at the bottom of the center stack.

For the price of that switch panel, look into HDH wired switch panel. Ducmonsta rocks that one on the center stack lid and it's pretty damn awesome. Gives you 24 programmable switches. http://www.wiredhdh.com/#!__switchpanels

Okki
 
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Okki said:
The OTRATTW switches do not fit the OEM locations. They are taller and wider. Instead of trying to dremmel out the OEM location you would be better off using one of their holding panels. That way you can pop them out easily etc if needed as well. For minimal cutting, check into mounting your switches in the little cubby hole at the bottom of the center stack.

For the price of that switch panel, look into HDH wired switch panel. Ducmonsta rocks that one on the center stack lid and it's pretty damn awesome. Gives you 24 programmable switches. WIRED HDH, HEAVY DUTY AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS, COLORADO

Okki
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Thanks....so no switches fit our stock holes....bummer...:tape:
 
Titanpat57 said:
Thanks....so no switches fit our stock holes....bummer...:tape:
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You can get OEM switches and use those (someone has a whole row of fog light switches I believe) but those obviously do not have usage specific markings on them. Having 5 RSVC switches may be fun though:doh:

Okki
 
Okki said:
The OTRATTW switches do not fit the OEM locations. They are taller and wider. Instead of trying to dremmel out the OEM location you would be better off using one of their holding panels. That way you can pop them out easily etc if needed as well.....

Okki
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uhh, for someone who only needs one accessory switch (like me), it would be extremely arguable whether it is better to dremel out one stock switch holder, or to cut out a hole in your dash big enough to fit one of their 3-switch holders, and then blank the two unused holes.
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the finished switch hole that I now use not only securely holds the OTRATTW switch, but said switch can be easily removed should I ever decide to do so.
 
The benefit of the switch system the OP is talking about is that there are no additional relays to install. It appears that it will come with a solid state box. Downside is it is only rated for 15 amps per outlet. It also becomes a problem if there are issues with the solid state power module. It doesn't appear that any of it is replaceable.

If you use the Wired HDH system, you still have to have relays. The benefit is most will use the 30 amp Bosch relay which is standard in the automotive industry. I used the relay system from Wired Wagon who is unfortunately, no longer making them. It really kept everything nice and tidy.

The other thing about Kodiak's switch is that it's 1/2" thick. You can't mount it the way I wanted to. I did it on the flip up cubby hole in our center console.
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And you can still flip the lid up.
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Sorry for the crap cell phone photos.
 

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Jono.ful said:
uhh, for someone who only needs one accessory switch (like me), it would be extremely arguable whether it is better to dremel out one stock switch holder, or to cut out a hole in your dash big enough to fit one of their 3-switch holders, and then blank the two unused holes.

the finished switch hole that I now use not only securely holds the OTRATTW switch, but said switch can be easily removed should I ever decide to do so.
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Oh COME ON, you can totally think of two more things you could use a switch for...
 
Ducmonsta said:
The benefit of the switch system the OP is talking about is that there are no additional relays to install. It appears that it will come with a solid state box. Downside is it is only rated for 15 amps per outlet. It also becomes a problem if there are issues with the solid state power module. It doesn't appear that any of it is replaceable.

If you use the Wired HDH system, you still have to have relays. The benefit is most will use the 30 amp Bosch relay which is standard in the automotive industry. I used the relay system from Wired Wagon who is unfortunately, no longer making them. It really kept everything nice and tidy.

The other thing about Kodiak's switch is that it's 1/2" thick. You can't mount it the way I wanted to. I did it on the flip up cubby hole in our center console.

Sorry for the crap cell phone photos.
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The ones I posted can go to 60 amp though I don't have any use for that size right now. I do like the console on the flip up, which wouldn't work for me as I always have something charging in the adapter. I do like that I don't need the relays either.
I think I'll go down there and see if I can find out more.
 
It's easy to do: Left side, right side, back lights. Front light bar. Air compressor, hot outlets inside for charging purposes, wheel well lights, under hood light and skid lights. I have all that, just not hooked up yet.
I just want a nice little panel to do it all.
 
I just scored a pretty good deal on a wired HDH switch panel from the FJ forums. It was an open box but never installed, so virtually brand new. He had 2 and I purchased one from him, so there's still one more available if anyone is interested.
 
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