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Lenknermj 
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Posted: March 13, 2007 at 9:55 PM / IP Logged  
I haven't seen this topic addressed yet, so hopefully someone here will know the answer.
I have an 06 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad that I want to install auxiliary backup lights on. However, I want to be able to install a switch to DISABLE the lights (even in reverse) when I need to (and trust me, I sometimes need to). I have 2 possible ideas. If anyone has solutions for either, please let me know!! backup lights with override switch -- posted image.
Idea 1>
Aux lights come on automatically when in reverse when switch is in ON pos, and they stay off any time the switch is in the OFF position regardless of whether in reverse.
Idea 2>
3 position switch - lights can come on automatically in reverse, can be turned on manually by switch even when NOT in reverse, and lights are off regardless of whether in reverse.
KC HiLites has a diagram for wiring a switch to turn the lights on when not in reverse, but I guess I'm the only person who might NOT want them on sometimes....
Any help?
Thanks!!
- Meje
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Posted: March 14, 2007 at 7:22 PM / IP Logged  

Honestly...your idea 1 or 2 will do the trick.

I don't know the wattage of the lights your are hooking up but will assume you need a relay.

Connect 85 to a toggle switch....other side of switch to ground. Connect 86 to the reverse lights positive. Connect 30 to battery source with a fuse, size depending on what the lights draw. Connect 87 to the extra back up lights.

backup lights with override switch -- posted image.

Custom Audio
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custom audio ny 
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Posted: March 14, 2007 at 7:33 PM / IP Logged  

option 2

backup lights with override switch -- posted image.

Custom Audio
Lynbrook NY
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Lenknermj 
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Posted: March 16, 2007 at 11:21 PM / IP Logged  
Thanks man...you rock!
I'm gonna try #2, cause I'd really like to have the flexibility to turn the lights on manually when I want or need to.
Thanks for your help and crystal clear diagrams!
- M
Lenknermj 
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Posted: April 22, 2007 at 11:04 PM / IP Logged  
FOLLOW UP -
I followed Custom Audio NY's blueprints, and it works perfectly.
The only things I wanted to say are:
1> Thanks again.
2> If you plan on using a lighted switch, you may want to consider using 12v SWITCHED for the manual-on side of the switch, otherwise the LED will be lit even when the vehicle is turned off. Of course, you wont be able to turn the lights on without having the key in the ACC or RUN position, but chances are you wont need to anyway. Just wanted to share my learned lesson. =)
- Mark

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