Karl_h Posted March 1, 2015 Report Share Posted March 1, 2015 Looking for a adjustable rear work light for the pick up, it has a truck top on so will be bolted on to that. I want to wire it in so it can be used when reversing for hitching trailers etc. at night and the ability to turn it on manually when loading. So 2 questions, any ideas ideally led, and how to wire it so it only comes on when reversing at night but can be turned on manually aswell. Thanks Karl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vampire Posted March 1, 2015 Report Share Posted March 1, 2015 I think you have to stick it in reverse,find out the live feed and wire a switch to this,then you can have it on with reverse off road or manually. Someone with auto electrics will be on soon to help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike737 Posted March 1, 2015 Report Share Posted March 1, 2015 I would keep it simple, and just wire it manually switched. Easy enough to turn it on when you want to reverse, just fit a warning light to the switch as well, so you don't drive away with it on. Loads of lights on the bay. Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silver pigeon69 Posted March 1, 2015 Report Share Posted March 1, 2015 If you have a reversing light fitted, then just take the feed from the wire that feeds the light. (if its a late hilux its the red with blue stripe wire) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silver pigeon69 Posted March 1, 2015 Report Share Posted March 1, 2015 I think you have to stick it in reverse,find out the live feed and wire a switch to this,then you can have it on with reverse off road or manually. Someone with auto electrics will be on soon to help. Yes, but this way it will only work when the vehicle is in reverse and ignition is on. I would keep it simple, and just wire it manually switched. Easy enough to turn it on when you want to reverse, just fit a warning light to the switch as well, so you don't drive away with it on. Loads of lights on the bay. Mike. +1, to have it linked to the reverse and be able to use it when not in reverse with ignition off is going to be a pain in the butt! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl_h Posted March 1, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2015 Manual seems to be the way then for simplicity, will scour eBay for a bargin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustybucket Posted March 2, 2015 Report Share Posted March 2, 2015 its dead simply to do, use a relay with a duel feed, not sure where you are but if your anywhere near swindon happy to show you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl_h Posted March 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 2, 2015 Thanks for the replys, I'm in Gosport but if I really get stuck I will contact you thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustybucket Posted March 2, 2015 Report Share Posted March 2, 2015 yeah gosports a bit far to pop round lol basically it's the 86 pin, put 2 feeds on it, one a switchable live from a switch in the cabin and then one either from the reversing light or from the the reversing switch on the gearbox (recommend from the light as its much easier to do) you can buy duel spade connectors or just splice and solder. But by all means drop me a message if you get stuck and need help, or if you want to make the 90 mile journey i can show you how to do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl_h Posted March 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 2, 2015 Thanks for that, with the picture I have a good idea now. Will let you know if I get stuck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmytree Posted March 2, 2015 Report Share Posted March 2, 2015 If it was wired in as a reversing light would it come under the height regulations the same as other rear lights? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keg Posted March 9, 2015 Report Share Posted March 9, 2015 I have 2 rear halogen work lights on my Defender. Both wired to battery via relay and i just switch on as i need to be it reversing in dark farmyards or using them to illuminate a gateway... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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