UMGixxer Posted February 16, 2010 Report Share Posted February 16, 2010 For those with aftermarket hu and speakers that are not using any harnesses. I know the RAP powers things for like 10 mins but you lose that without the proper harnesses. So I was wondering how do you guys/gals play your a/v system with the key off since these trucks dont have an acc key position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uhoh_45 Posted February 16, 2010 Report Share Posted February 16, 2010 (dont have said vehicle) but i like to run a toggle switch for my deck hooked up to the switched so i can turn it on/off whenever i want Quote R.I.P! (Nov-29-2009) 92 explorer - 4 Atomic Apxx 15s duel .7s - 4rth order bandpass wall -4 powerbass XA-3000D's - 16 8volt batts wired to 16 volts - (9+/9-) runs 0gauge - 152.3 Db @ 29hz BUILD LOG current build 97 chevy lumina4 - 1 Atomic Apx 18 - 6 cube slot port trunk sealed off - 1 powerbass XA-3000D - 2 optima G31s in spare tire18 1 run 1/0 lumina build log Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UMGixxer Posted February 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2010 (dont have said vehicle) but i like to run a toggle switch for my deck hooked up to the switched so i can turn it on/off whenever i want so u have the switched power source hooked up normal, and then u run a constant hot to the same wire but just leave it off until needed?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uhoh_45 Posted February 16, 2010 Report Share Posted February 16, 2010 i splice a wire in from my constant to a toggle switch out to my switched so i can turn it on when i want and off when i dont want it on Quote R.I.P! (Nov-29-2009) 92 explorer - 4 Atomic Apxx 15s duel .7s - 4rth order bandpass wall -4 powerbass XA-3000D's - 16 8volt batts wired to 16 volts - (9+/9-) runs 0gauge - 152.3 Db @ 29hz BUILD LOG current build 97 chevy lumina4 - 1 Atomic Apx 18 - 6 cube slot port trunk sealed off - 1 powerbass XA-3000D - 2 optima G31s in spare tire18 1 run 1/0 lumina build log Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UMGixxer Posted February 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2010 (edited) i splice a wire in from my constant to a toggle switch out to my switched so i can turn it on when i want and off when i dont want it on thanks, but to make sure that I am following you, can you do like a quick sketch Edited February 16, 2010 by UMGixxer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uhoh_45 Posted February 16, 2010 Report Share Posted February 16, 2010 your yellows your constant, your reds the switched the grey is where you tie in so where you connect your power to power (constant) you hook up another wire and extend that to your toggle switch then from the toggle switch you wanna go out to your red switched on the deck hope the picture helps Quote R.I.P! (Nov-29-2009) 92 explorer - 4 Atomic Apxx 15s duel .7s - 4rth order bandpass wall -4 powerbass XA-3000D's - 16 8volt batts wired to 16 volts - (9+/9-) runs 0gauge - 152.3 Db @ 29hz BUILD LOG current build 97 chevy lumina4 - 1 Atomic Apx 18 - 6 cube slot port trunk sealed off - 1 powerbass XA-3000D - 2 optima G31s in spare tire18 1 run 1/0 lumina build log Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wastehog Posted February 16, 2010 Report Share Posted February 16, 2010 (edited) I also have another solution for you.. You wanted to use it only when in the accessory position, so I'm taking uhoh's idea, you could also get a test light and find which wire in your ignition is your accessory ( + ) and hook a toggle up to that to run your head unit. Uhoh's idea is the best, but the only problem is when you forget to turn it off, you can drain your battery. My buddy wired his up the same way, and his head unit is possessed and turns on whenever so it drains his battery often. Also, might want to fuse your toggle somewhat near your 12v connection so if it shorts, only the fuse blows and no fires happen. Just my .02 cents. Feel free to use my advice or not. Edited for spelling. Typing to quick. Edited February 16, 2010 by Wastehog Quote 1985 Chevy Silverado Black and Silver SBC 350/700r4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UMGixxer Posted February 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2010 I also have another solution for you.. You wanted to use it only when in the accessory position, so I'm taking uhoh's idea, you could also get a test light and find which wire in your ignition is your accessory ( + ) and hook a toggle up to that to run your head unit. Uhoh's idea is the best, but the only problem is when you forget to turn it off, you can drain your battery. My buddy wired his up the same way, and his head unit is possessed and turns on whenever so it drains his battery often. Also, might want to fuse your toggle somewhat near your 12v connection so if it shorts, only the fuse blows and no fires happen.Just my .02 cents. Feel free to use my advice or not. Edited for spelling. Typing to quick. my model Tahoe doesnt have an accessory position Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UMGixxer Posted February 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2010 your yellows your constant, your reds the switched the grey is where you tie in so where you connect your power to power (constant) you hook up another wire and extend that to your toggle switch then from the toggle switch you wanna go out to your red switched on the deck hope the picture helps picture was very helpful thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wastehog Posted February 16, 2010 Report Share Posted February 16, 2010 Ahh, makes sense lol. That's what I get for reading fast and thinking. Oh well. You could always just install a different ingnition with an accessory.. but the toggle is much easier Quote 1985 Chevy Silverado Black and Silver SBC 350/700r4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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