Connecting to existing wiring.
The backup lights on my 2017 F-150 are deplorable. I am going to add a tailgate light bar and hook it to the reverse light wire of my truck to get adequate light. I know that the ScotchLock connectors...
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Bobbo wrote:
Nice setup. I will look into that. As far as the light bar being illegal or attracting the attention of law enforcement. It will only be lit when I am backing up, and hidden below the tailgate when it is not lit up. It is supplemental backup lights, and that is all.
You will probably get away with it these days. I know here in CA, it is illegal to have a lightbar mounted unless it is covered while on the public road. It's an old law, and doesn't get enforced as far as I've seen. Some lightbar brands still sell covers.
I have a 22" lightbar, IIRC the size, and it is a ridiculous amount of light. I cannot imagine getting away with that for a BU light, unless you use it selectively.
