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Aux 12V Supply XLT 2017

Posted: Thu Mar 15, 2018 6:21 pm
by cruiserxx
Where is the easiest / best to get a aux supply in the cabin or from under the bonnet that will only be active when the ignition key is on.
This is to power a control wire to activate a 100 amp relay that then feeds the caravans fridge while towing.
Thinking I could also run a CB radio from this supply as well. Ideas on where to mount the CB antenna would also be appreciated, I don't intend to have Bull Bars.

Is there a reference somewhere how to remove some of the dash panels, worries me just pulling and hope they unclip.

Re: Aux 12V Supply XLT 2017

Posted: Sun Mar 18, 2018 8:06 pm
by cruiserxx
If anyone else comes on here looking how to get a AUX supply and mount a CB antenna this is how I did.
The dash panel that the side mirrors switch mounts on an be pulled straight out as it is held in place with clips
The blue wire left hand side of the mirrors plug is a 12V aux supply, I bared back the insulation about 10 mm and soldered a wire on.
Also mounted a small rocker switch on this panel, so the Aux supply that feeds the fridge 100 amp contractor coils two things have to happen ...the switch turned on and ignition on, to prevent battery drain when the engine is off, the fridge element draws 26 amps.

CB radio antenna mount
Found this one on ebay to mount on the front guard.
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/GME-PX-PX2- ... 2749.l2649

Re: Aux 12V Supply XLT 2017

Posted: Mon Mar 19, 2018 7:25 pm
by saeb
Great job, glad you got it all sorted and thank you for sharing.