MudRunnerTD (27th September 2017)
From the Redarc website
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MudRunnerTD (27th September 2017)
MudRunnerTD (27th September 2017), Winnie (27th September 2017)
Wiring up is as per the instructions, is pretty straight forward.
Based on advice from redarc we used minimum 30amp wiring for the black and blue, and 20 amp for the brake input - which retrospectively was possible major overkill -- I think we ended up using mostly 6mm based on what we had available.
I installed the controller on the pop out panel above the mic - good position for viewing and also access for driver abs passenger if required.
The unit was installed under the steering wheel on the panel - the set of 4 screws on the right hand side. Other set of bolts is for my lock up torque converter.
Instructions from redarc say that it doesn't matter what orientation the unit is it, as long as it's secure and can't move.
If you got any other questions let me know
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Last edited by Bacho86; 27th September 2017 at 07:50 PM.
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MudRunnerTD (27th September 2017)
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Bacho86 (27th September 2017), Winnie (27th September 2017), Yeti's Beast (27th September 2017)
MudRunnerTD (27th September 2017), Yeti's Beast (27th September 2017)
I too installed my controller up near the radio for ease of adjustment
And the box went up behind where the original old brake unit sat under the dash next to the steering wheel.
Very happy with the Redarc product
Oops my photos are the wrong way around lol
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Last edited by Yeti's Beast; 27th September 2017 at 08:54 PM.
MudRunnerTD (27th September 2017)
Thanks gents.
Yeah I already have an old style haymenreece controller that has failed. I am trying to figure out if the wiring is the same and I just cut and slice. All good gents you have given me a good start.
@Bacho86 I am hoping one day to fit locker switches in that spot but h ad considered it.
@GeeYou8 yeah I have relocated my Sub tank switch from the blind spot to beside the gear box surround which is awesome.
I really need to be able to see and access this switch in an emergency without fumbling around looking for it yeah?
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I too had a faulty controller (Tekonsha) so for me it was simply use the existing wiring, both units had the same colors.
They too had gone over kill on the wiring and used 6mm from the battery to the controller and from the controller to the rear. At least we know it can handle the current.
Cheers
Oh and ps off topic a bit, for those with the original radio with blue tooth and if you ever change it for a new one, you will find the new radio will have a gap around it. The original has foam strips stuck top and bottom, carefully remove them and place on your new radio to give it the factory finish
Sorry for wandering away from the subject but it was a handy tip I learnt when I changed my unit
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Last edited by Yeti's Beast; 27th September 2017 at 09:16 PM.
Bacho86 (27th September 2017), MudRunnerTD (27th September 2017)
Yes I had similar hopes with future switches, however that dream was awhile away and I had the reality of trying to install the tow pro controller now.
On a positive, it's only a couple small holes in a removable panel so can either be replaced in the future or can be relocated easily (data cable is a couple meters long from memory) if required when you have the need for more switches!!
With regards for location, the befit of this unit is that its automatic, ie for normal driving once you've set for the load / conditions you won't need to play with it much - however for off road use, (which no doubt you'll use), you've got he ability for manual override - for which you'd want easy access.
Plus it's always nice to be able to see how it's operating
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