'71 Starcraft Wanderstar- "The Hilton"
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I'm finishing up on the lights and wiring, today. I have most of the AC done and the DC wall switches in so thought I'd try to hang a few lights. I started with the overhead light in the center of the Hilton, this is the most complex. The fixture needs to hide the electrical distribution box access:
I cut a piece of .125 aluminum panel that I had, drilled mounting and wire through holes, and a hole for a small toggle switch. The pack of the panel wired and ready for mounting:
I decided to use two 48 SMD panels, switching one with the toggle for extra light when needed. The power is interupted by a wall switch, also. I used the card frames with glass that I found at the dollar store. The front of the fixture:
I used insulated terminals to connect to the house wiring, I'll be able to remove the fixture to access the distribution boxes, should the need arise.
One panel lit:
Both on:
Edit: Some lighting pics, these are in the bathroom and shower, all 36 SMD panels:
I cut a piece of .125 aluminum panel that I had, drilled mounting and wire through holes, and a hole for a small toggle switch. The pack of the panel wired and ready for mounting:
I decided to use two 48 SMD panels, switching one with the toggle for extra light when needed. The power is interupted by a wall switch, also. I used the card frames with glass that I found at the dollar store. The front of the fixture:
I used insulated terminals to connect to the house wiring, I'll be able to remove the fixture to access the distribution boxes, should the need arise.
One panel lit:
Both on:
Edit: Some lighting pics, these are in the bathroom and shower, all 36 SMD panels:
