That's a great video; thank you. The last time I tried to wire my own lights, there was a 3rd wire that needed to be attached to another power source in addition to the battery, I think to light the switch. I want to install a new set but I don't want to run a wire to the headlights or to the fuse box. Your diagram is much clearer than anything else I have seen and there doesn't seem to be a second power source. I plan to buy a set of KC slim lights, is there any reason for a second power source
@michaelk02359 There is only one main 12 volt power source in a vehicle but it does supply power in two locations for the aux lighting circuit. First is supplies power to the switches to feed the relay coil. This turns the relay on. The second supplies power to the contacts inside the relay so when the relay is on it's contacts power your slim lights. But this is all from one source... your battery. Check out my "Off road lighting made simple" video when you get a chance.
@NEWEREJK Thanks again. You did a beautiful job of wiring the switches. I already have a set of KC and a set of PIAA lights installed. I would like to wire them, along with the new set of lights together as you have done. Should they connect to the Daystar switches or would I need to strip the old switches off? Thanks. I appreciate your help.
@michaelk02359 You could keep the switches you have or cut them off, add a slip on connector, and then attach them to your new switches. Use the 12volts feeding your switches to feed your new switches too. Note: That is assuming your existing lights are set up in a typical manner.
Hello, I have a 1995 Jeep Cherokee. I bought a set of Navigator NV-120 auxiliary lights. I know they aren't the greatest but they will do for my needs. Anyway. I did not get a relay with them. Do i need one to install them? If so, where can i get one?
@StetsonXD If there is a Jeep owner near me that would like to put the switches in their Jeep I would install the parts for them and make a step by step video of the process. You live in So Cal?
@MisterrJOVI Most automotive switches can only handle 3 Amps of current. The relays can handle 20Amps of current. With the relay in use the switch only sees 3 Amps or less. Wiring the light straight to the switch will work but you will be facing possible hazards. In my case I am only running 1 wire per switch through my fire wall not two each. Almost everything in your car has both a switch and a relay headlights, blinker, etc. it's just the proper and safe way to do it.
@MisterrJOVI Most automotive switches can only handle 3 Amps of current. The relays can handle 20Amps of current. With the relay in use the switch only sees 3 Amps or less. Wiring the light straight to the switch will work but you will be facing possible hazards. In my case I am only running 1 wire per switch through my fire wall not two each. Almost everything in your car has both a switch and a relay headlights, blinker, etc. it's just the proper and safe way to do it.
@sekiride The supercharger worked out great this weekend in Moab. I am sad to say I didn't hit much mud. But as far as the rocks I have no issues to report.
@sekiride The wiring I used is spare 4-conductor wire used in elevator construction. Basicly it i just four wires that come bundled together. Any automotive wiring should do the trick.
How did you mount the light switches? What holds them? I have the same switch for my lights and haven't found a holder for the switch. Thanks!
pinkfloyd801 3 weeks ago
@pinkfloyd801 The switches are mounted into a lower dash kit made by DayStar. The dash kit snaps right in and has a clean look.
NEWEREJK 2 weeks ago
That's a great video; thank you. The last time I tried to wire my own lights, there was a 3rd wire that needed to be attached to another power source in addition to the battery, I think to light the switch. I want to install a new set but I don't want to run a wire to the headlights or to the fuse box. Your diagram is much clearer than anything else I have seen and there doesn't seem to be a second power source. I plan to buy a set of KC slim lights, is there any reason for a second power source
michaelk02359 1 month ago
@michaelk02359 There is only one main 12 volt power source in a vehicle but it does supply power in two locations for the aux lighting circuit. First is supplies power to the switches to feed the relay coil. This turns the relay on. The second supplies power to the contacts inside the relay so when the relay is on it's contacts power your slim lights. But this is all from one source... your battery. Check out my "Off road lighting made simple" video when you get a chance.
NEWEREJK 1 month ago
@NEWEREJK Thanks again. You did a beautiful job of wiring the switches. I already have a set of KC and a set of PIAA lights installed. I would like to wire them, along with the new set of lights together as you have done. Should they connect to the Daystar switches or would I need to strip the old switches off? Thanks. I appreciate your help.
michaelk02359 4 weeks ago
@michaelk02359 You could keep the switches you have or cut them off, add a slip on connector, and then attach them to your new switches. Use the 12volts feeding your switches to feed your new switches too. Note: That is assuming your existing lights are set up in a typical manner.
NEWEREJK 4 weeks ago
Awesome video!!! How would you get the wires through to the battery from a bed bar on a 1998 Ford Ranger? Haven't been able to figure it out.
Warriorwulf77 1 month ago
@Warriorwulf77 Any room between the bed and the cab to drop he wires down? From there I'd follow the frame up to the engine compartment.
NEWEREJK 1 month ago
Awesome! Thank you... very helpful!
montycook 1 month ago
@montycook Anytime.
NEWEREJK 1 month ago
Love the how to videos helps a lot. Thanks man. Keep it up!👍
rawflesh14 1 month ago
@rawflesh14 Thank you!
NEWEREJK 1 month ago
damn, id pay you to do all my electrical work...cb, 6 offroad lights, train horn, kill switch, leds, and subwoofer
paintballhead03 3 months ago
@paintballhead03 Sounds fun I'd love to do it. Have you seen my DBox4? I guess you could use a DBox8. Your jeep sounds sweet!
NEWEREJK 2 months ago
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Hello, I have a 1995 Jeep Cherokee. I bought a set of Navigator NV-120 auxiliary lights. I know they aren't the greatest but they will do for my needs. Anyway. I did not get a relay with them. Do i need one to install them? If so, where can i get one?
P.s. Don't leave that Jeep unattended ;D
ePlumbz1255 3 months ago
oh and where did you get the rectangle shape thing where you put the switches in??
underdog2931 4 months ago
@underdog2931 The dash kit and the switches are from Daystar. I got them from 4wheelparts
NEWEREJK 4 months ago
can you please tell me where you got those switches at...? they are pretty cool...
underdog2931 4 months ago
Is there a website with a diagram that show how to wire the switches and how to wire them to the terminal block under the hood?
StetsonXD 5 months ago
@StetsonXD If there is a Jeep owner near me that would like to put the switches in their Jeep I would install the parts for them and make a step by step video of the process. You live in So Cal?
NEWEREJK 5 months ago
@NEWEREJK Then i must say that any jeep owner who lives near you is a lucky jeep owner !!
Dubai892JK 3 months ago
Ok, can you explain to me why do you need a relay when you can run the circuit without it? confuse....
MisterrJOVI 5 months ago
@MisterrJOVI Most automotive switches can only handle 3 Amps of current. The relays can handle 20Amps of current. With the relay in use the switch only sees 3 Amps or less. Wiring the light straight to the switch will work but you will be facing possible hazards. In my case I am only running 1 wire per switch through my fire wall not two each. Almost everything in your car has both a switch and a relay headlights, blinker, etc. it's just the proper and safe way to do it.
NEWEREJK 5 months ago
@MisterrJOVI Most automotive switches can only handle 3 Amps of current. The relays can handle 20Amps of current. With the relay in use the switch only sees 3 Amps or less. Wiring the light straight to the switch will work but you will be facing possible hazards. In my case I am only running 1 wire per switch through my fire wall not two each. Almost everything in your car has both a switch and a relay headlights, blinker, etc. it's just the proper and safe way to do it.
NEWEREJK 5 months ago
Thanks for sharing the tutorial :)
theicerabbit 6 months ago
Thanks man I just got 4 switches for my TJ I will trying it this week end has fun on Thursday let me know how the supercharger does with the mud
sekiride 9 months ago
@sekiride The supercharger worked out great this weekend in Moab. I am sad to say I didn't hit much mud. But as far as the rocks I have no issues to report.
NEWEREJK 8 months ago
Thanks man I just got all 4 switches for my TJ will
sekiride 9 months ago
What wiring are you using, it all looks super clean sick jk.
sekiride 9 months ago
@sekiride The wiring I used is spare 4-conductor wire used in elevator construction. Basicly it i just four wires that come bundled together. Any automotive wiring should do the trick.
NEWEREJK 9 months ago
hey where did u get that box where u uave the 4 switches at? message me bak pls
jeepin777 10 months ago
@jeepin777 I got the switches from 4wheel parts. the company that makes them is Daystar.
NEWEREJK 9 months ago
HAHA awesome! Thanks so much for making this for me! LOVE the detail. lol
slave2misery 11 months ago
@slave2misery I just now finished a video I'm very proud of. I designed a powered hard-top lift / trolly. I love it.
NEWEREJK 11 months ago
@NEWEREJK Awesome! cant wait to see it.
What program are you using to edit these videos?
slave2misery 11 months ago
@slave2misery I'm using Adobe Premier 8.0. My brother had a copy and installed it for me.
NEWEREJK 11 months ago