FlemingXJ

I'm probably gonna get some KC's and mount them to a light bar, but how about some lights to put on the back of my rack for backing up? i have one hell of a long and narrow driveway to back out of. So what do you all recommend? i have the 42" wide Kargo Master roof rack..

would put pics of it but my files just crashed!

bray

You could hardwire a relay for them on your regular back up lights. Say 2 low profile 55w you would normally use as driving lights up front. Could be really nice to just have 'em come on without having to flip a switch or worry about blowing a fuse.

EDIT: found a good example

mike albo

KC makes a nice back-up light kit,comes with everything you need.

FlemingXJ

Awesome...ya my neighbor is the one that helps me out with the lights, he is an electrician. im still in the process of learning wiring and all that so i'll definitely consult him. that pic is exactly what i was thinking about. 50-55w is good

thanks man

bray

Using a relay allows you to tap into your existing back-up lights without increasing the load on the factory circuit. They are about $20.00 at any pep-boys and can be found right along with the lights.

in this diagram terminal 86 or the green wire would tap into your existing back-up lights.

As in the second picture the relay for my off-road lights went right next to my factory installed relay for my driving lights. You cant tell what I did wasn't factory.

EDIT: the second picture is similar to my nissan.....I don't have a jeep yet