Chase Light Bar without running wires to front ?

[Rebecca Tiffany]

Hi what options are there for a multifunction chase light bar to connect to the pre ran aux switch in the cargo areas without having to run any wires to the front?

I really want the KC Hilities Multifunction Chase Light Bar but it’s so expensive and to use the functions I would have to get a switch. I found 2 wireless switches Project X and Trigger but buy the light and the switch VERY expensive.

Are there any lights out there that just come with an app to control the lights so I don’t have to get a switch to control each different function? Or cheaper switches that would work?

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[TrailRaider]

Not sure of any lights that come with wireless controls, but there are a few off-brand wireless controllers with remote mount modules that eliminate running wires into the cab.
The factory aux wiring is quite underwhelming IMHO, but I guess its better than none.

 

[HeliPilot]

If you have the aux switches, there are pre terminated wires at the front bumper, top (right , I think) of the windshield, and at the rear quarter panel (again, right hand side).

here is a diagram.

 

[Rebecca Tiffany]

Not sure of any lights that come with wireless controls, but there are a few off-brand wireless controllers with remote mount modules that eliminate running wires into the cab.
The factory aux wiring is quite underwhelming IMHO, but I guess its better than none.

Which brand modules are there that you know of?

 

[Rebecca Tiffany]

If you have the aux switches, there are pre terminated wires at the front bumper, top (right , I think) of the windshield, and at the rear quarter panel (again, right hand side).

here is a diagram.

Yes that’s why I’m looking for a switch with a wireless control panel or phone app to control the multiple functions that the KC light can do like amber on, white on, strobe light, etc. since the aux switch is only for 1 item and the light bar has multiple lights that can do multiple functions

Or looking for a light that comes with an app already so I don’t need a switch and I can just use the 1 pre ran wire

 

[JohnnyBronco]

Reach out to @Mabett as they sell their fog lights with a remote control switch.

 

[HeliPilot]

Yes that’s why I’m looking for a switch with a wireless control panel or phone app to control the multiple functions that the KC light can do like amber on, white on, strobe light, etc. since the aux switch is only for 1 item and the light bar has multiple lights that can do multiple functions

Or looking for a light that comes with an app already so I don’t need a switch and I can just use the 1 pre ran wire

You do not need to use the pre terminated wires. You can come straight off of the harness near the firewall, and tie in each function to different switches. I have multiple lights on my bumper. Only one set uses the pre terminated end at the bumper. All others were run to the firewall termination points. And all run straight from the Aux switches.

here is a chart to show you which switch runs which wire.

 

[Rebecca Tiffany]

The light bar would be for the the rear of the Bronco and only 1 wire is ran to the back

 

[TrailRaider]

Which brand modules are there that you know of?

I just searched Amazon. No brand in particular. All chinese stuff.
I cannot vouch for any of them personally.
here is one.
https://a.co/d/hTawLm7
Still need wiring to the accessories of course, but something like this prevents the need to running more wires into the cab.

 

[TrailRaider]

 

[TrailRaider]

Ill be using something like that to add lights to my roof rack once Im done making mounts for it. But thats a ways off still.

 

[Rebecca Tiffany]

Ill be using something like that to add lights to my roof rack once Im done making mounts for it. But thats a ways off still.

I actually also finally found that wireless switch last night but not a lot of reviews, I wish I it came with an app! I might try this just debating it vs project x and trigger

 

[TrailRaider]

I actually also finally found that wireless switch last night but not a lot of reviews, I wish I it came with an app! I might try this just debating it vs project x and trigger

Found this one via Autozone, 4 channels, app controlled but 2 channels are only 2amp. Cant put much on that.
https://www.blazer-international.com/productdetail.php?itemno=CWL623&cat=16

 

[HeliPilot]

The light bar would be for the the rear of the Bronco and only 1 wire is ran to the back

I understand what a chase rack is and where it’s placed. I was Just giving you my example of wire usage. You do not need to use the factory provided rear wire at all. You can connect directly to each Aux Switch from the wiring harness on the driver side fire wall. Ford provided extra wire in pre terminated places around the rig to help make things easier, but you do not need to use any of it. I highly recommend that you research and get an understanding of what steps are required to actually make your Aux Switches functional. I think then you will understand what I’m attempting to share with you. If you were to only connect to the rear wire that ford provided, your aux switch would not work, as there is zero power actually connected at those termination points. You must also make a connection at the firewall to make anything work via the Aux Switches.

 

[Rebecca Tiffany]

I understand what a chase rack is and where it’s placed. I was Just giving you my example of wire usage. You do not need to use the factory provided rear wire at all. You can connect directly to each Aux Switch from the wiring harness on the driver side fire wall. Ford provided extra wire in pre terminated places around the rig to help make things easier, but you do not need to use any of it. I highly recommend that you research and get an understanding of what steps are required to actually make your Aux Switches functional. I think then you will understand what I’m attempting to share with you. If you were to only connect to the rear wire that ford provided, your aux switch would not work, as there is zero power actually connected at those termination points. You must also make a connection at the firewall to make anything work via the Aux Switches.

I’ve already connected my front bumper lights and a pillar lights to my aux switches. For the rear cargo wire know I have to connect the 2 wires under the glove and then again under the engine. Are you saying to run wires for the light bar from the back of the Bronco to the front?

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