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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 07:16 AM
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Hey guys what is the best way to get the wire from the roof rack lights into the cabin without drilling holes?
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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 07:55 AM
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Run them under the windshield gasket, through a opening near the cowl/wipers and down through the firewall into the cabin.
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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 08:46 AM
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Not to hijack, but is there any preexisting holes in the firewall to run wires through for my off road lights I am putting by the front of the grill? Preferably with a grommet in the hole.
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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 10:36 AM
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Look for the thread "Off-Road Light Reviews" and my posts on the thread. I posted pictures of how I ran the wires. Good luck.
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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 10:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Synyster
Not to hijack, but is there any preexisting holes in the firewall to run wires through for my off road lights I am putting by the front of the grill? Preferably with a grommet in the hole.
Yes. I found a few on the drivers side.
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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 11:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Gee oh Dee
Yes. I found a few on the drivers side.
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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 11:15 AM
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Actually, yes. I was about to PM you, honestly.
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Old Nov 5, 2011 | 09:11 AM
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what would be better for the rack? long range or driving lights?
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