I have a roof rack with a couple of KC Daylighters mounted on the front and I can't decide how I want to wire them and where to run the wires. I need to be able to disconnect them when I want to take of the roof rack so I will need a connector somewhere. Any suggestions?

 

I ran my wires through the stock roof rack and then between the gap for the rear hatch. I did not want to drill a hole in my roof incase I removed the lightbar. It turned out real clean but it took alot of wire.

 

Has anyone used a bulkhead type connector to run the power through the roof?

 

Just curious because I am wondering the same thing, what gap are you talking about?

 

Me too...

 

um...the gap at the top? where the hinges are?

 

i drilled a hole in my roof haha i dont plan on removing my rack. only if i make or get a better one

 

i would run some wires and use a connection like this:
http://www.route66supply.com/store/product15.html

Make sure both the wiring and the connector have enough capacity to power the lights you are putting up there.

Remember: Light Wattage (total) / 12 Volts = Number of Amps you need to support.

For (2) 100W lights:
Use at least 10 or 12 Gauge wiring.
Use relays - 2x100w lights MAX per relay
Use a connector that can support 17Amps minimum.

 

Not for a roof rack, but my firefighter lightbar, even though it's the same concept. I drilled a half inch hole and put a rubber grommet in it which was just big enough for the wires to fit through. Once I fit all the wires through I just put some clear silicone on it inside and out. It's held up great for about a year now. The silicone is slightly discolored, but no leaks.

 

Thank you this helped a alot