Hey Robert, this is exactly what I wanna do with my econoline. Is there any issues with splicing into the existing cab light as far as power goes? Like the fuse or the wiring being able to handle the draw?
Unless I missed it, the original cargo light is only operable by Fords ‘Better Ideas’ Body Control Module and we are at the whim of their idiotic timing program. I have the 2017 version and I have had the battery die on me numerous times because, like any other service vehicle, we are always in and out all the time. Fords stupid logic is ALL the perimeter lights come on at any opening for 10 MINUTES or until ALL doors are shut. And if you happen to open another door…the 10 minute timer starts all over again! They say it’s impossible to change it but hey! Easy turned off by pushing the turn signal forward then pulling back cancels it!!! Until you open another fkn door! Once I complete my anger management course thanks to but not funded by Ford,(😂) I will trace the trigger wire as it enters the BCM then add a switch to it so I have control, not the BCM. With light I will add to my van, I will run a dedicated line with my own switches. I’ve actually gone out and bought a NOCO Li-po battery booster and have already used it a few times!
No, I haven’t had any issues and it’s been 4 years since I put them in. Only thing is I would recommend to have the engine running if you’re going to have the doors open for light. It did kill my battery once and I had to jump start.
Nice work. I saw the cable spools in your van what type of work do you do? Also, do you have a switch for the lights or is it just strictly when the doors open that they come on?
Sorry for the late reply. I added gorilla glue hot glue to some areas. Haven't had any issues with the adhesive since adding the hot glue. Thanks for your comment.
That’s what I’m worried about. I don’t have a clean surface since it’s a foam headliner. And hot glue would melt and would just fall. Any suggestions on a regular headliner
what happens if you have the engine running (which bumps the circuit voltage up upto 14.4 V) and open the doors (i.e. turn the lighting on) ??? Do the led strips get toasted or do they take it no problem?
Sander Tel I’ve had these installed for over a year now. I have had no issues. I often leave the van’s engine running while having the back doors open for light. I often work in dark parking garages and needed these lights.
No offence but i cant be arsed watching a 30min video. Did you basically just wire the red and black wires to the exsisting system of the van? I have LED lights and they all have plugs on the end its pissing me off. I just want to wire them to my van lol thanks
@@robertreyes4269 thanks man. I tired this with led spotlights and they worked but just not bright enough because they needed more power. Hope it works with light strips lol thanks
Thanks for the vid, Robert. I noticed the original light is behind the stuff I have stacked on my racks, so it is pretty ineffective. I look forward to tackling this soon!
