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KC lights won't shut off.

Discussion in 'Electrical' started by Mango Clem, Mar 20, 2018.

  1. Mar 20, 2018 at 5:18 PM
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    I just wired up a pair of single wire KC lights. I used a 3 prong toggle switch on it. I ran the accessory wire to fuse box. The ground wire to straight metal on fire wall. And then wired the to lights together running to battery and 12v prong on toggle. The lights won't go off no matter if I turn key or flip the toggle off. What have I done wrong? Is there a good way to wire single wire kc's straight to battery?
     
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  2. Mar 20, 2018 at 5:34 PM
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    Welcome to the site! Sounds like the wires on the switch might be crossed. Did you follow this type of wiring diagram?

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  3. Mar 20, 2018 at 5:55 PM
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    Thanks Chris 4x4. I Didn't wire through a relay. Is a relay necessary? And if so what relay do I use?
     
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  4. Mar 20, 2018 at 6:01 PM
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    A relay is better so the lights get all the power they require, and don't pass the current directly thru the switch. Plus, you can run off a keyed source, so if you remove the key, or shut off the engine, the lights wont run the battery down. might be better off getting an aftermarket wire harness that is all inclusive of the switch and relay. I'll take a look around my shop, and if I have one laying around, I can send it to you.
     
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    "And then wired the to lights together running to battery and 12v prong on toggle." quoted op

    wired lights to batt??
    check your wires!!
     
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  6. Mar 20, 2018 at 6:10 PM
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    Your absolutely awesome! Thank you for all your time and help! I really appreciate it! I am proud to be a part of this group. Thank you again
     
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  7. Mar 20, 2018 at 6:36 PM
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    Welcome to the forum @Mango Clem. Chris gave some great advice. Didn't expect any thing less from him.
    BTW. I just pulled out a couple sets of lights. If @chris4x4 doesn't have a harness. I have a few laying around.
    And if you ever decide to upgrade. I just installed a Trigger relay system. Super easy install. And just plug and play. Just splice in your lights. Hope I'm not stepping on any toes.
    http://www.triggercontroller.com
     
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  8. Mar 20, 2018 at 6:43 PM
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    Thanks Bob! It is fantastic having such good advice from people that have been there and done that. I appreciate your help!
     
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  9. Mar 20, 2018 at 6:46 PM
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    What @JKBob 25 said. Those trigger systems are pretty cool. Wireless, so you don't have to run wires thru the dash, and can add more lights or things in the future. I think they can handle 4 aux items?
     
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  10. Mar 20, 2018 at 6:47 PM
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    And to think there are others on the site that blow US away with knowledge!
     
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  11. Mar 20, 2018 at 6:52 PM
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    Welcome Josh to jeeps.net! @chris4x4 & @JKBob 25 got your KC problem all wired up. Post up some of that fine mango YJ Rio Grande as its been a long time since Jeep had those special model Wranglers.
     
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    That is correct. There's 2 - 30 amp lines and 2 - 10 amp lines. The 30s you can run 2 sets of lights off as long as they don't add up to more than 30 amps. Watts is of no concern. So im running 2 sets of 3 inch cubes off one 30 amp line.
    Just as a FYI. Most 3 inch cubes are about 2.5 amps. 13, 15, and 20 or so light bars are 9 to 12 amps. Larger light bars are 15 amps plus. So, just to be certain. Make sure your amps dont exceed lines. Otherwise youll be blowin fuses just as fast as you turn on your lights.
    Electrical Is by far my weakest point in automotive shit. But im learnin. Thanks to Jeeps Dot Net.
     
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  13. Mar 20, 2018 at 6:57 PM
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    Hey.....I got that. :rofl:. :lalala:
     
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  14. Mar 20, 2018 at 6:59 PM
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    I checked my stash, and I don't have a harness. @JKBob 25 do you have one?
     
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    Before we go another thread off topic here. Hahaha. But hey....we are Jeeps Dot Net. What do ya expect.

    Hey @Mango Clem. Post up your fix. Also as @aggrex said. Post up some jeep Porn pics. We like porn....oops sorry....auto correct. Pics of jeeps that is.
     
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    Yup, and actually its for a set of KC 3 inch cubes. Think I have a spare toggle too.

    Hit me up @Mango Clem. Yours if you need it. I have no use for it.
     
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    Good move Grasshopper. You have learned. You may move on. Hahaaha. Your next challenge if you choose to accept it....
     
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