ARB Linx

[yonah]

I’ve been installing both over the past 2 weeks.
ive been working out the wiring to make it look as clean and reliable as possible. I just worked out the low and high beam pick up.
trying to figure out a clean solution for the reverse pick up. Trying to avoid fuse taps.
plus I’m installing the dual airbag controller and the linx compressor pressure control in addition to just the power control. Also the TPMS sensor as I plan to run TPMS on my trailer to the linx.

I’ll try to post pics of my install once done.

How did you tap into the hi/lo beams without fuse taps? I’d also like to see how you access the ignition and reverse circuits when you figure it out.

I dislike taps as well. When I installed a set of aux driving lights on my Tacoma, I created a short jumper harness with a male/female H4 connectors. The jumper harness had both hi/lo leads running out of it to the three way switch on my dash. The 200 headlamp connectors seem to be less standard (when compared to an H4) and harder to source.

 

[82SC]

I modified this

Toyota Landcruiser 200 Series Piggy Back Adaptor

The STEDI Piggy Back Adapter to fit the Toyota Landcruiser 200 Series (2016+) with factory LED Headlight ONLY. Plug and play install. View piggy back adaptor now.

www.stedi.com.au

the piggy tail is setup for high beam. Terminal 3.
LO beam is terminal 1.
I created a similar pigtail but this one with no ground. And plan to run it back to LINX.

for rev….not sure.
I bought 2 piggy tails from STEDI.
One as a backup and and I case I was going to install some lights to the other headlight. But most likely I’ll run it through the LINX.

I might sell it.

 

[82SC]

The one on the left is the STEDI pigtail that includes a ground

the one on the right is mine just pulling off pin 1 and it’s a single connector.

FYI taking the factory plug out of the headlight is a monumental undertaking. I think I struggled with it for over and hour. So tight to get a grip and push and pull at the same time. Omg.

I zip tied the pigtail to the factory bracket cuz I didn’t want it dangling and swaying around.

If you go this route you might want to make the accessory connectors longer. Maybe double the length. If you do the connectors will be sitting in the engine bay so easy access. If not you have to take the fender liner out to get access….but I figure I should ever have to unplug those wires.

 

[yonah]

The one on the left is the STEDI pigtail that includes a ground

the one on the right is mine just pulling off pin 1 and it’s a single connector.

FYI taking the factory plug out of the headlight is a monumental undertaking. I think I struggled with it for over and hour. So tight to get a grip and push and pull at the same time. Omg.

I zip tied the pigtail to the factory bracket cuz I didn’t want it dangling and swaying around.

If you go this route you might want to make the accessory connectors longer. Maybe double the length. If you do the connectors will be sitting in the engine bay so easy access. If not you have to take the fender liner out to get access….but I figure I should ever have to unplug those wires.


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Thanks for following up with such a detailed reply. I believe I’ve actually stumbled upon Stedi’s jumper harness during my Google research. Very cool to see it worked out.

 

[82SC]

I have an extra and can wire it up for you similar to mine. If you interested in buying it from me.

 

[yonah]

I have an extra and can wire it up for you similar to mine. If you interested in buying it from me.

I'll shoot you a PM.

 

[Fisher23]

Has anyone hooked up the Linx so it can monitor the trailer tire pressure?

I run the same tires on my trailer as the LC200 and they do have senders in them.

What parts would I need to make it so I can read the trailer tire pressure like this:

 

[82SC]

I bought the linx TPMS module. And will have to buy sensors as well.

They come in packs of 5. I need 3….would be willing to split a set.

 

[Fisher23]

I bought the linx TPMS module. And will have to buy sensors as well.

They come in packs of 5. I need 3….would be willing to split a set.

What parts are needed?
Are you saying I would need to put the ARB sensors in my trailer wheels?
Then a ARB TPMS module is also needed?

Is that the same part as this TPMS repeater?

 

[82SC]

ARB Linx TPMS Comms Module

LINX TPMS COMMS BOX

www.northridge4x4.com

I am not sure the repeater is what you need. I believe this is for situations where you have a very long trailer and the rear wheels are many feet from your TPMS comm module and it lets you extend the signal.

Reach out to arb. They are very responsive too and you can get it from the horses mouth.

I do not have sensors yet. I only installed the comma module in my rear hatch door. And my linx picks it up. Now i need to buy sensors. I think your can buy tire valve stem ones (which have differing reviews) or the actual internal arb TPMS sensors.

 

[Blasst]

Even for those who prefer mechanical switches it's still easy to run out of usable switch blanks. I'm currently maxed out between air compressor, front/rear lockers, roof light bar, and dust light / roof power for RTT (second set of switches on the roof).

I have rock lights and hopefully an aux tank on the way and would technically be in the market for a streamlined solution. The sPOD still seems like the cleanest install...

I fab new pieces of metal to hold more switches and fine somewhere to add tem to my spaceship )

 

[82SC]

Just ordered individual sensors from CJpony parts. they have a 10% off sale right now
free shipping
no tax

I needed 3 for my trailer and it's spare

I ordered the ARB Series II Partner (#819110) too
not sure if it's needed and I'm awaiting a response from ARB about what it does

Due to availability and supply I wanted to get order in sooner then later.
looks like at least 4 weeks until sensors ship but I don't believe that estimate

 

[Fisher23]

Just ordered individual sensors from CJpony parts. they have a 10% off sale right now
free shipping
no tax

I needed 3 for my trailer and it's spare

I ordered the ARB Series II Partner (#819110) too
not sure if it's needed and I'm awaiting a response from ARB about what it does

Due to availability and supply I wanted to get order in sooner then later.
looks like at least 4 weeks until sensors ship but I don't believe that estimate

I'll send you a PM .. I'll likely want the other 2.

 

[82SC]

Just got my TPMS sensors and partner key fob

There was not a lot of information on line so let me fill you in.

My 3 sensors linked up great on the linx.
Basically you need the TPMS comms box and the sensors. I don’t think you need the partner key fob. (More on that below)

I installed the comms box in the upper rear hatch.

Check off the trailer TPMS box to display that module

Then connect to the comms box

Then pick the sensor location. Left rear. Right rear. Spare 1 etc.

Then the system tells you to either change the tire pressure to sense which sensor you are selecting. Or you push the key fob button while holding in the vicinity of the TPMS sensor you are trying to program. And it detects it with no drama. It also has a temperature sensor. So that’s cool.

So you prob could do without the key fob but it is convenient not having to add air.

Full disclosure I don’t have the trailer yet so just was playing with sensors. Pretty cool.

One negative I read about was that you can’t change the batteries on the sensors. But I’ll cross that bridge when I get there.

 

[Fisher23]

Just got my TPMS sensors and partner key fob

There was not a lot of information on line so let me fill you in.

My 3 sensors linked up great on the linx.
Basically you need the TPMS comms box and the sensors. I don’t think you need the partner key fob. (More on that below)

I installed the comms box in the upper rear hatch.

Check off the trailer TPMS box to display that module

Then connect to the comms box

Then pick the sensor location. Left rear. Right rear. Spare 1 etc.

Then the system tells you to either change the tire pressure to sense which sensor you are selecting. Or you push the key box in the vicinity of the TPMS sensor. And it detects it with no drama. It also has a temperature sensor. So that’s cool.

So you prob could do without the key fob but it is convenient not having to add air.

Full disclosure I don’t have the trailer yet so just was playing with sensors. Pretty cool.

One negative I read about was that you can’t change the batteries on the sensors. But I’ll cross that bridge when I get there.

Which trailer are you getting?

So for parts I would need this .. comms box ... which you installed where? Do you have a pic?

Then I need the sensors, but they replace the OEM sensors right?

 

[82SC]

Patriot x3. So it will be a short trailer.

I put it in the rear upper hatch. But on the arb linx FB group people seem to have better luck in the headliner. They usually use a dome light as the power source and tuck it as far rearward as you can. I may move it as I have some work to do in the hatch. I think people complain of dropped signal at highway speed. Maybe being behind cloth and glass is better then sheet metal for the signal.

Cj pony had the TPMS sensors individually. They are also sold in sets of 4 and 5 I think. I bought the internal type. The valve cap ones are also an option but I have heard a lot of negative about those.

You don’t NEED the key fob partner device but I think it makes resetting the sensors a tiny bit quicker when you rotate tires.

I’f you have a long trailer many guys are adding the repeater to help the signal from the far tires reach the comms sensor.

 

[82SC]

Which trailer are you getting?

So for parts I would need this .. comms box ... which you installed where? Do you have a pic?

Then I need the sensors, but they replace the OEM sensors right?

I’m an replacing the tire valve stems in my trailer. I don’t think the X3 comes with TPMS.

Some people have put LINX TPMS sensors in their car and trailer and read all of them off the linx. I prefer not to do that for now. I left my oem TPMS sensors in my LC tires and spares and monitor them with the car. But maybe in the future I’ll go all linx…

 

[82SC]

So I’m trying to plan in case my linx system goes down or my hand piece gets damaged.

My understanding is that the linx box can read the sensor data and display it. But also is just essentially a switch box to power different accessories by allowing power from the main input to then flow to the power wire for the accessory.

Let’s take the compressor for example.
if I was in a situation like I mentioned above. I could take the compressor wire and essentially piggy back it to the main power input from the battery and that should tell the compressor to at least turn on. Is that correct? Just want to check before I short something out.

Because I was thinking of installing a piggyback spade connector for the main power input connector. So I have a really quick easy way to jump any accessory I may need.

 

[CharlieS]

So I’m trying to plan in case my linx system goes down or my hand piece gets damaged.

My understanding is that the linx box can read the sensor data and display it. But also is just essentially a switch box to power different accessories by allowing power from the main input to then flow to the power wire for the accessory.

Let’s take the compressor for example.
if I was in a situation like I mentioned above. I could take the compressor wire and essentially piggy back it to the main power input from the battery and that should tell the compressor to at least turn on. Is that correct? Just want to check before I short something out.

Because I was thinking of installing a piggyback spade connector for the main power input connector. So I have a really quick easy way to jump any accessory I may need.

You should be able to connect any 12v accessory directly to power and ground (ideally fused, but not mandatory) and power it directly from the battery.

 

[82SC]

You should be able to connect any 12v accessory directly to power and ground (ideally fused, but not mandatory) and power it directly from the battery.

I’m looking at how I can do it all at the linx box instead of having to pull wiring and connecting into an alternate location while on the trail.

My question is for people who might have done this before or have a lot of experience with the LINX, lIke cruiser outfitters.

My hope is I can just pull the connector for the accessory in question and piggy back it to the power source that is 4 inches away and get my accessory to work in a pinch.