LED light strips for Bed - Orientation

[TomMaverick]

Yes, I can turn them on even when truck is off. There is a voltage threshold/time allowance though for how long they can be on or be turned on after turning off the truck etc.. I think having the switch in the 12v cover makes things look very clean. I like the install for under the rail BTW! I wrapped all of my wiring with fabric tape to look factory as possible as well. Once I have everything buttoned up I'm happy to take photos or answer any questions about wiring, install, wire routing etc.. And for what it's worth we can also make custom logos or names etc on the covers if anyone is interested.

I also initially wired up a magnetic reed switch whenever the tailgate opens the lights turn on and can even wire that in with this switch as well. I just didn't like over using the lights during the day every time I opened the tailgate, so might add that back in later down the road. Hope this helps.

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[sgilbertnfo]

This is actually still a picture of our 2nd prototype. We have since made a few more that look better and are even more heavy duty. We plan on making a few more with glow in the dark filament and different materials to see what works best. We added gusseting and a better catch on the bottom, got rid of the back plug for the 12v connector so a flush fit can be made with the switch, as well as making the clip better for your finger to get it on and off. We are also working on making a small detent for the oring to seat in the cover.

Tom, do you offer to sell your 3D printed covers? Would love to add them my truck bed and change the factory ones out.

 

[TomMaverick]

Tom, do you offer to sell your 3D printed covers? Would love to add them my truck bed and change the factory ones out.

I'd be more than willing to sell and ship some covers. We are currently working on a few different versions to find what works best.

 

[sgilbertnfo]

Here's a closeup of where I mounted my LED strips - identical placement on the other side

Did you power the light strips from the installed bed light and power on the driver's side? How did you route the wiring for the opposite side? Looks very professionally installed. I have the exact bed setup and trying to decide where to mount my lights and how to power them (either from factory light or pig tail inserts)

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